Panchayat Season 4 Ending Explained: Who Becomes the New Pradhan of Phulera?
Panchayat Season 4 ends with Bhushan winning the Pradhan post by 73 votes. Power shifts, loyalties break, and Abhishek’s future in Phulera remains uncertain.
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The much-loved rural drama Panchayat has wrapped up its fourth season, once again delivering a powerful mix of politics, humour, and human emotion. Since its debut in 2020 on Amazon Prime Video, the show has evolved from a light-hearted comedy into a gripping socio-political satire—and Season 4 took that legacy further.
For fans still processing the finale, here’s a full breakdown of what happened in Panchayat Season 4 and who finally took charge as the Pradhan of Phulera.
Recap: Season 4 Brings High-Stakes Politics to Phulera
Season 4 picks up in the aftermath of the shocking shooting of Pradhan Ji. With political tensions running high, Abhishek finds himself entangled in legal trouble thanks to Bhushan’s scheming. Meanwhile, the village gears up for a high-voltage election that pits Manju Devi’s camp against Bhushan, now backed by former MLA Chandrakishore.
What follows is a fierce battle for power, complete with mudslinging, fake social service, dramatic PR stunts, and even a staged injury by Bhushan to gain public sympathy.
The Twist: Public Drama, Power Plays, and Broken Alliances
A key turning point in the season is the clash during a cleanliness campaign. Manju Devi boldly confronts Bhushan, revealing his secret alliance with the ex-MLA. In response, Bhushan self-harms to manipulate villagers emotionally—leading to a massive shift in public opinion.
Elsewhere, Abhishek tries to win over Bhushan's allies but struggles with wavering loyalties. The villagers remain torn between legacy leadership and flashy promises.
A new MP, played by Swanand Kirkire, enters the scene and tries to exploit Prahlad’s personal tragedy for political mileage. Prahlad’s strong refusal to play along adds another layer of emotional weight.
The campaign ends in chaos when a village-wide power outage sparks yet another standoff. Both camps resort to power generators to win voter favor, but Pradhan Ji appeals to the villagers' conscience—asking them to vote freely.
Finale: Who Won the Election?
On election day, the votes are cast. As Abhishek checks his CAT results (97 percentile) with Rinki by his side, the Pradhan camp anxiously awaits the poll outcome. But it’s Bhushan’s side that erupts in celebration—he wins by a slim margin of just 73 votes.
The loss hits hard. Pradhan Ji, once confident of victory, furiously discards the 25 kg of laddoos prepared in anticipation. He labels the villagers as “traitors,” while Manju Devi blames him for the defeat. Despite some of the team trying to remain optimistic, the mood is somber.
Ending Scene: Bhushan Takes Over
The final moments are symbolic. Bhushan, now officially the Pradhan, gets his name painted on the village office wall. Abhishek, still uncertain about his future, remains in Phulera. Bhushan smugly asks if Abhishek’s name should also be removed, but Abhishek replies, “Not yet—I’ll be here a few more months.”
Fireworks go off for Bhushan’s victory, but it’s clear to viewers: this is not just a change in leadership—it’s the beginning of a new political chapter for Phulera.
Conclusion:
Season 4 of Panchayat leaves fans with plenty to ponder. It’s not just about who won the election—it's about how politics, ambition, and ideals clash in the heartland. And with Abhishek still in Phulera, the story is far from over.
