DPS Claims First Election Victories in 2026 Local Elections

The Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS) has announced its first election victories in the partial local elections held on February 22, 2026, in the municipality of Kirkovo, Bulgaria. The party secured wins in the mayoral races for the villages of Valchanka and Druzhintsi within the Kirkovo municipality.

Election Results in Kirkovo Municipality

According to DPS Chairman Delyan Peevski, the party’s candidates, Husein Chilingir in Valchanka and Asen Pachev in Druzhintsi, were elected as mayors. Peevski expressed gratitude to voters for their continued trust, stating that their support is a “constant commitment” for the party Razkritia.com.

Peevski’s Statement

“On behalf of the DPS, I want to thank the people who trusted us once again! They should grasp that their trust is our unwavering commitment!” Peevski stated Blitz.bg. He also congratulated the newly elected mayors and the election headquarters of DPS in the Kărdzhali region and Kirkovo municipality.

DPS Momentum

These victories mark the first electoral successes for DPS in 2026. The party is led by Delyan Peevski, who also heads the parliamentary group of DPS-NEW START Blitz.bg.

The Bulgarian Telegraph Agency (BTA) also reported on Peevski’s announcement BTA.