An important election process is starting for CHP mayors. A new vice mayor election will be held in Gaziosmanpaşa.

The Istanbul Governorship announced that the municipal councils will gather on June 11, 2025, to elect vice mayors for those mayors who were recently arrested. This situation could create significant changes in local politics.

Gaziosmanpaşa Mayor Hakan Bahçetepe emphasized the importance of protecting democracy in his social media message. This election is critical for the future of the district.

There is a risk that CHP may lose the mayorship in Gaziosmanpaşa. The majority in the council is held by AKP and MHP. This situation raises questions about CHP's power in local governance.

Recent developments may lead CHP to reconsider its local governance strategies in Istanbul. As the election date approaches, the decisions made by the party are of great importance.