Jammu & Kashmir Voting Update: 11% Turnout in First Two Hours!

Jammu & Kashmir Voting Update: 11% Turnout in First Two Hours!

The highly anticipated Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections have begun with the first phase today. Seven districts are casting their votes, marking the first assembly polls since the removal of Article 370 in August 2019.

Over 23 lakh voters are eligible for today’s phase, covering 24 assembly seats across Chenab Valley and South Kashmir. Key candidates include Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami from CPI(M), Ghulam Ahmad Mir from Congress, and Sakina Itoo from National Conference. PDP’s Iltija Mufti and Waheed Para are also making headlines in their respective segments.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge, and other top figures have urged a strong voter turnout, emphasizing the importance of participating in this democratic festival.

In response to security concerns, extra checkpoints and surveillance are in place across Jammu and Srinagar to ensure a smooth election process.

Stay tuned for live updates and remember to vote responsibly!

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P.I. Staff Writer