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Mumbai Civic Polls: Sachin Tendulkar And Akshay Kumar Lead Celebrity Voters
UPDATED: Jan 15, 2026 09:50 IST
On this Special Report, Maria Shakil covers the ongoing civic body elections in Mumbai, highlighting the participation of high-profile citizens. Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, accompanied by his wife Anjali and daughter Sara, was among the early voters. Tendulkar emphasized the importance of the democratic process, stating, 'I think everyone's opinion, everyone's vote matters. That's why I'm here. That's why I'm requesting everyone to come and vote.' The programme discusses the Election Commission's efforts to increase voter turnout, including setting up booths near high-rise societies. Other prominent figures like Akshay Kumar, Twinkle Khanna, and Union Minister Piyush Goyal also exercised their franchise. Journalists Daniel Francis and Sana join the broadcast to analyze the shift in voter engagement compared to the 2017 elections. The discussion focuses on key urban issues such as infrastructure, traffic, and governance that are driving Mumbaikars to the polling stations after a nearly decade-long wait for local body polls.
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