Thane civic polls results highlights: Mahayuti ahead of Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS; counting underway

The vote counting for the Thane Municipal Corporation elections began Friday, with early trends indicating the Mahayuti alliance leading. This marks the first civic election under the Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS alliance, challenging the Mahayuti led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The contest is particularly intense in key seats.