19 candidates in fray for VMC Mayor’s post
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation released the candidate list for the mayoral race, with 19 individuals contesting the post. A total of 349 candidates will compete for 86 ward‑member seats in the second ordinary urban local body elections slated for 2026. Parties and independents have filed nominations, shaping the city's municipal leadership. The final list was issued ahead of the ongoing elections.