Rivals claim better show in Bhavnagar civic election

A slight rise was noted in voter turn-out at the 2010 Bhavnagar municipal corporation elections when compared to the 2005 turn-out.

Both the major political parties are claiming victory. In 2005 election, 39.25% voting was registered, and BJP registered victory in 39 seats and Congress had to be satisfied with 12. Polling was totally peaceful in the entire Bhavnagar city. But, heavy voting was registered in the backward areas and minority-dominated areas.

According to political analysts, for the very first time, the trend of community-wise voting was seen, and if such a thing has happened, then majority of the panelists would be disturbed and the direct beneficiary would be Congress.

They predict 23 to 25 seats for BJP and nearly 20 to 23 seats for Congress, while CPM may open their account after 2000.