As Jammu and Kashmir gears up for assembly elections, political tensions are rising. Congress candidate Ghulam Ahmad Mir has criticized the BJP’s policies, claiming they have caused significant distress among the people. Meanwhile, BJP candidates emphasize their commitment to peace and development. The upcoming polls, set for September and October, will witness a fierce contest among major political parties, including Congress, National Conference, and BJP.
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- Congress Candidate’s Criticism: Ghulam Ahmad Mir, Congress candidate for Dooru Assembly, has accused the BJP of torturing the people of Jammu and Kashmir, calling for a return to democracy in the region.
- Demand for Representation: Mir highlighted the lack of representation for J&K residents over the past 11 years, stressing the need for public participation in forming the government.
- INDIA Alliance’s Stand: The INDIA bloc has consistently demanded democratic processes in J&K, accusing the BJP of frustration over their unity.
- BJP Candidate’s Appeal: Saleem Bhat, BJP’s candidate from Banihal Assembly, urged voters to choose BJP for peace and prosperity, claiming the party’s alignment with PM Modi will benefit the region.
- Bhat’s Confidence: Bhat expressed confidence in his candidacy, attributing much of his success to PM Modi’s influence and suggesting Congress and NC are only united for personal gain.
- NC’s Strategy: National Conference (NC) candidate Sajjad Shaheen stated that their alliance with Congress aims to counter communal forces in the valley.
- Seat-Sharing Pact: NC and Congress have agreed on a seat-sharing arrangement for the assembly polls, with NC contesting 51 seats and Congress 32, plus a “friendly contest” on five seats.
- Other Parties’ Seats: CPI(M) and Panthers Party will each contest one seat as per the agreement between NC and Congress.
- BJP’s Candidate List: BJP has released its first list of 16 candidates for the elections, featuring candidates from both Jammu and Kashmir regions.
- Election Schedule: The assembly polls will be conducted in three phases: September 18, September 25, and October 1, with vote counting set for October 4.
