The countdown starts for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024 in Jammu & Kashmir. Historically, Jammu & Kashmir boasted six Lok Sabha seats. But, with its reclassification as a union territory, the number of seats has reduced to five, with Ladakh emerging as a distinct entity.
The emergence of political parties like Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the new party like Apni Party, among others has added layers of complexity to the electoral dynamics.
In 2019, Lok Sabha witnessed a competition between the JKNC and BJP, resulting in a 3-3 tie. As the 2024 elections approach, the contest is expected to intensify further, with both regional and national parties.
BJP, aligned with the National Democratic Alliance, remains resolute in its quest to maintain and expand its electoral footprint in the region.
Contenders for the Anantnag Lok Sabha seat include Ghulam Ahmad Mir, former president of the J&K unit of Congres, and Ravindra Raina, the president of the J&K unit of the BJP.
The forthcoming visit of the Election Commission of India (ECI) to Jammu & Kashmir on March 12 and 13 holds significant importance.
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