Gokul Election
In short
The Satej Patil-backed panel won the Gokul Milk Union elections, securing a majority in the Kolhapur District Co-operative Milk Producers' Union as of 19 October 2026.
What is happening
The Congress-led Rajarshi Shahu Shetkari Samvichari Aghadi won the majority of seats in the election for the 2026–2031 governing board. The election saw a near-total turnout of 99.96%, with 5,416 out of 5,418 eligible voters casting ballots.
When
The election took place on Sunday, 19 October 2026.
Why it matters
The result represents a significant political setback for the ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra. It also demonstrates the immense influence of dairy cooperatives in local regional politics.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse this cooperative election with general state or national elections, as it specifically governs the dairy union's board.
Sources
- Satej Patil-backed panel wins Gokul Milk Union elections, Mahayuti suffers setback
- Gokul Dairy Records 99.96% Turnout in Board Election
- Cong MLC Satej Patil’s panel wins Gokul milk cooperative poll in Maharashtra; setback for Mahayuti
- Big blow to Maharashtra’s ruling Mahayuti as Congress-led panel wins majority in Kolhapur milk federation polls