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70 Wards Reserved for Scheduled Castes in Latest Ward Lottery, 23 for Women
✍️ bhaskarenglish.in
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 05:48 PM
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The ward reservation lottery has allocated 70 wards to Scheduled Castes, with 23 of those earmarked for women.
The recent ward reservation lottery has earmarked 70 wards for Scheduled Castes, ensuring a significant increase in representation for these communities in local governance.
Of the 70 wards allocated to Scheduled Castes, 23 are specifically reserved for women, a step aimed at boosting female participation in municipal decision‑making.
The allocation reflects the municipal corporation’s broader strategy to promote inclusive governance and provide historically marginalized groups with greater influence in local affairs.
Of the 70 wards allocated to Scheduled Castes, 23 are specifically reserved for women, a step aimed at boosting female participation in municipal decision‑making.
The allocation reflects the municipal corporation’s broader strategy to promote inclusive governance and provide historically marginalized groups with greater influence in local affairs.