The democratic landscape of the Nagarkurnool District in Telangana is set for a significant update with the release of the 2026 Municipal Election notifications. Published under the authority of the Nagarkurnool District Gazette, these documents outline the crucial restructuring and reservation of wards for the upcoming local body elections.
This comprehensive guide breaks down the official extraordinary issues of the Nagarkurnool District Gazette, specifically focusing on the reservation of wards for Scheduled Tribes (ST), Scheduled Castes (SC), Backward Classes (BC), and Women in the municipalities of Kalwakurthy, Nagarkurnool, and Kollapur.
Overview of the 2026 Municipal Reservation Notification
On January 17, 2026, the District Collector of Nagarkurnool issued extraordinary notifications under the powers delegated by the Government of Telangana. These notifications act as the legal framework for the upcoming elections, ensuring equitable representation across various social demographics in accordance with the Telangana Municipalities Act 2019.
Legal Framework and Authority
The reservations were finalized based on specific government orders:
- G.O.Ms.No.9, Municipal Administration (M.A) Department, dated January 12, 2026.
- G.O.Ms.No.14, Municipal Administration (M.A) Department, dated January 13, 2026.
Exercising powers under Section 7 of the Telangana Municipalities Act 2019, the District Collector superseded all previous notifications to declare the new ward reservations.
Kalwakurthy Municipality: Ward Reservation Breakdown
The Kalwakurthy Municipality comprises 22 election wards. The reservation roster ensures that specific seats are allocated to marginalized communities and women to foster inclusive governance.
Total Ward Composition
- Municipality Name: Kalwakurthy
- Total Wards: 22
1. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Reservations
The notification allocates 02 wards specifically for Scheduled Tribes.
- Ward No. 02: Reserved for ST (Woman)
- Ward No. 21: Reserved for ST (General)
2. Scheduled Castes (SC) Reservations
A total of 03 wards have been reserved for the Scheduled Castes community.
- Ward No. 03: Reserved for SC (General)
- Ward No. 09: Reserved for SC (Woman)
- Ward No. 11: Reserved for SC (General)
3. Backward Classes (BC) Reservations
The Backward Classes category sees a significant allocation with 06 wards reserved.
- Ward No. 06: Reserved for BC (Woman)
- Ward No. 08: Reserved for BC (Woman)
- Ward No. 13: Reserved for BC (General)
- Ward No. 18: Reserved for BC (Woman)
- Ward No. 19: Reserved for BC (General)
- Ward No. 22: Reserved for BC (General)
4. Women (General) Reservations
To ensure gender parity beyond caste-based reservations, 06 wards are reserved for Women from the General category.
- Ward No. 04: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 07: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 14: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 15: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 16: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 20: Woman (General)
5. Unreserved (General) Seats
The remaining 05 wards are open for General candidates without specific community or gender restrictions.
- Ward No. 01: General
- Ward No. 05: General
- Ward No. 10: General
- Ward No. 12: General
- Ward No. 17: General
Nagarkurnool Municipality: Ward Reservation Breakdown
As the district headquarters, the Nagarkurnool Municipality is a focal point of the elections. The notification lists a total of 24 wards for this municipality.
Total Ward Composition
- Municipality Name: Nagarkurnool
- Total Wards: 24
1. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Reservations
For the Nagarkurnool Municipality, 01 ward is reserved for the ST community.
- Ward No. 21: Reserved for ST (General)
2. Scheduled Castes (SC) Reservations
There are 03 wards allocated to Scheduled Castes.
- Ward No. 03: Reserved for SC (Woman)
- Ward No. 06: Reserved for SC (General)
- Ward No. 13: Reserved for SC (General)
3. Backward Classes (BC) Reservations
The Backward Classes constitute the largest reservation block in Nagarkurnool with 08 wards.
- Ward No. 01: Reserved for BC (General)
- Ward No. 09: Reserved for BC (Woman)
- Ward No. 10: Reserved for BC (General)
- Ward No. 14: Reserved for BC (Woman)
- Ward No. 18: Reserved for BC (Woman)
- Ward No. 20: Reserved for BC (General)
- Ward No. 22: Reserved for BC (Woman)
- Ward No. 23: Reserved for BC (General)
4. Women (General) Reservations
There are 07 wards reserved exclusively for Women (General category).
- Ward No. 04: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 07: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 11: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 12: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 15: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 17: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 19: Woman (General)
5. Unreserved (General) Seats
There are 05 wards available for General candidates (Unreserved).
- Ward No. 02: General
- Ward No. 05: General
- Ward No. 08: General
- Ward No. 16: General
- Ward No. 24: General
Kollapur Municipality: Ward Reservation Breakdown
The Kollapur Municipality notification follows the same legal structure as the others, detailing the reservation for its 19 wards.
Total Ward Composition
- Municipality Name: Kollapur
- Total Wards: 19
1. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Reservations
- Total Wards: 01
- Ward No. 15: Reserved for ST (General)
2. Scheduled Castes (SC) Reservations
- Total Wards: 03
- Ward No. 03: Reserved for SC (Woman)
- Ward No. 10: Reserved for SC (General)
- Ward No. 17: Reserved for SC (General)
3. Backward Classes (BC) Reservations
- Total Wards: 06 (Note: Based on text extraction).
- Ward No. 06: Reserved for BC (Woman)
- Ward No. 09: Reserved for BC (General) (inferred from “09 General” in BC column)
- Ward No. 12: Reserved for BC (General)
4. Women (General) Reservations
- Ward No. 13: Woman (General)
- Ward No. 14: Woman (General)
5. Unreserved (General) Seats
- Total Wards: 04
- Ward No. 04: General
(Note: The Kollapur data section contains some visual fragmentation in the source document, but the primary reserved categories for SC and ST are clearly identifiable as listed above.)
Implications for Voters and Candidates
This reorganization is a critical step in the 2026 election cycle. Candidates intending to contest must ensure they possess the valid caste or community certificates required for the reserved wards. Specifically:
- Women’s Reservations: Across all three municipalities, a significant percentage of seats (both within caste categories and general categories) are reserved for women, emphasizing the state’s focus on female political empowerment.
- Rotation of Reservations: These reservations often rotate each election cycle. A ward that was “General” in the previous election may now be reserved for “BC Woman” or “SC General,” necessitating that political parties field new candidates for these locations.
Next Steps for Citizens
Residents of Nagarkurnool, Kalwakurthy, and Kollapur should:
- Verify their ward number, as ward boundaries sometimes shift alongside reservation changes.
- Check the specific reservation status of their ward in the tables above to know who is eligible to represent them.
- Monitor the District Collector’s office for further notifications regarding nomination dates and polling schedules.
This official gazette notification serves as the foundational document for the democratic process in the district, ensuring transparency and adherence to the constitutional mandates of representation.
