Over 1,000 Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) buses are requisitioned for election duties on January 14-15, 2026, for the BMC General Elections. This diversion, impacting nearly 40% of the operational fleet, is expected to cause significant disruptions and longer waiting times for Mumbai commuters. BEST plans to optimize remaining buses and extend late-night services, but experts suggest these measures may only partially mitigate the shortfall.