J&K Voter Expresses Hostility Toward Temples: A Glimpse Into Kashmir’s Divisive Mindsets

After 10 years, assembly elections are being held in Jammu and Kashmir. Following three phases of voting, the results will be announced on October 4. In the meantime, reporter Archana Tiwari from ‘The Rajdharma’ went on the ground to gauge the mood of the voters. During her reporting, she encountered a voter who openly displayed hatred against Hinduism and Hindu temples on camera. The voter, named Mushtaq, said that the BJP will not win in Jammu and Kashmir. Explaining his reasons, he mentioned that the BJP opened liquor stores, made rice expensive, and built temples in front of mosques. When the journalist asked him what bothered him the most, he responded that it was the opening of liquor shops and the construction of temples.