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As the Elections 2024 approaches, political tensions rise in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana. Former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti of the PDP halted her campaign in solidarity with Lebanon amid the ongoing conflict. Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge experienced a health scare during a rally
With one phase of voting left in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections and Haryana yet to vote on October 5, political parties are ramping up their efforts to win support in both states. The Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are the top contenders, while regional parties like Jammu and Kashmir’s Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and National Conference (NC) also play key roles in the Jammu and Kashmir elections.
The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections are taking place for the first time since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. The second phase of voting took place on September 25 and saw a voter turnout of over 57%. The final phase of voting will be held on October 1, and counting will take place on October 8, coinciding with the Haryana election results.
Mehbooba Mufti Calls Off Campaign in Protest
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti announced on Sunday September 29 that her party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), would suspend its election campaign in protest of the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Mufti expressed her solidarity with the people of Lebanon and Gaza.
“Cancelling my campaign tomorrow in solidarity with the martyrs of Lebanon & Gaza, especially Hassan Nasrallah. We stand with the people of Palestine & Lebanon in this hour of immense grief & exemplary resistance,” Mufti tweeted.
Congress Leader Mallika rjuna Kharge Falls Ill During Campaign
Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge had a brief health scare during an election rally in the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday sEPTEMBER 29 . While delivering a speech in Jasrota ahead of the third phase of elections, Kharge felt dizzy and had to stop his address.
( SOURCE PTI )
