Officials were instructed to ensure that all necessary facilities are in place for voters on polling day

With just a few hours to go for polling, BMC officials began preparations early on Wednesday morning

The police and state election commission’s curbs will remain in place until Friday night to facilitate transparent voting and counting

Officials cross-check credentials before EVM distribution

Mock polling will be conducted on Thursday morning between 5.30 am and 7.30 am, followed by voting later in the day. Vote counting will take place on Friday

Apart from Mumbai, 28 other civic bodies across Maharashtra will go for polls on Thursday

The vote counting will be held on Friday, January 16

Election officials will be available on-site to assist voters who require help. In case of emergencies, citizens can contact helpline numbers 1916, 112, or 100

Dr. Antonio Dsliva school being converted into a polling booth for the BMC elections 2026

Temporary election infrastructure set up inside school buildings

Special arrangements have been made at polling stations to ensure accessibility, with facilities such as drinking water, ramps and wheelchairs in place for senior citizens and persons with disabilities

Carboard EVM covers being set up for safe and secure voting ensuring complete privacy for voters

Voters will have to carry their voter ID card along with the voter information slip issued by the civic body along with a photo ID