2013 Haridwar Municipal Corporation election
2013 Haridwar Municipal Corporation election
The 2013 Haridwar Municipal Corporation election, held on November 17, 2013, was a pivotal local election in the Haridwar district of Uttarakhand, India. This election marked the first instance of direct elections for the Haridwar Municipal Corporation, which was established to enhance local governance and service delivery in the region. The electoral process involved the election of the Mayor and 50 elected ward representatives. Parties such as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Indian National Congress, and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) were prominent in the contest. The BJP emerged victorious, significantly influencing local political dynamics and development initiatives in Haridwar, a city known for its religious significance and rapid urbanization.