India, July 29 -- Voting for the Vadodara Manjalpur Assembly by-election will take place on July 30, 2026, with the BJP and Congress locked in a direct contest. The Gujarat election authorities have completed all preparations, including rain related arrangements and enhanced security, to ensure smooth polling across the constituency.

Why Is The Manjalpur By-Election Being Held?

The by-election was announced after the death of long-time BJP MLA Yogesh Patel, who had represented the Manjalpur Assembly constituency multiple times. The seat, located in Vadodara, Gujarat, has traditionally been considered a BJP stronghold.

Who Are The Main Candidates?

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded Satish Patel, the former chairman of the Vad...