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Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | Over 10 Percent Voting Till 9 AM

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | Over 10 Per Cent Voting Till 9 AM
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Polling began at 7 am in the Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir where 25 lakh eligible voters will choose their representatives for 26 assembly seats from 239 candidates in the fray, in the second phase of the election on Wednesday.

According to the Election Commission of India, they have established 3,502 polling stations of which 1,056 are urban polling stations and 2,446 rural polling stations. All of these polling stations have webcasting facilities to ensure transparency.

Apart from regular polling stations, the Commission has set up 157 --26 all-women polling stations(pink polling stations), 26 operated by differently-abled, 26 run by youths, 31 border polling stations, 26 green polling stations and 22 unique polling stations-- as special polling stations.

The voting will conclude at 6 pm.

Former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, JKPCC president Tariq Hamid Karra and BJP J-K chief Ravinder Raina are among the key faces in the fray for the second phase.

Abdullah is fighting from two seats - Ganderbal and Budgam seats, while Karra is contesting from Central Shalteng. Raina is seeking to return to the assembly from the Nowshera seat in Rajouri district where the last election to the assembly was held a decade before.

The prospects of jailed separatist leader Sarjan Ahmad Wagay alias Barkati who is contesting from Beewah and Ganderbal segments will be keenly tracked as he pins his hopes on the electorate to repeat the feat achieved byEngineer Rashid during the Lok Sabha polls.

Engineer aka Sheikh Abdul Rashid who was lodged in Tihar jail defeated Abdullah by over two lakh votes.

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10:39 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | 'My Vote Already Polled', Says Budgam Voter; Returning Officer Refutes

Amid the ongoing voting for the second phase of Jammu and Kashmir Assembly polls, a voter in central Kashmir's Budgam alleged rigging claiming that his vote had been "already polled" at the concerned polling station. The Returning Officer however refuted the allegation saying that the complainant did not have the requisite documents.

“Security is in place. The man went inside and was asked to show the required documents. He felt agitated by that,” on a man alleging that his vote has already been polled at a polling booth in Budgam," Returning Officer Afroza said over the allegations. Voting is going on in the second phase of Jammu and Kashmir assembly polls for 26 constituencies across six districts.

10:18 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | INDIA Bloc Will Break 'Vicious Circle Of Injustice Created By The BJP', Says Rahul Gandhi

Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday urged voters to vote in large numbers in the ongoing second phase of Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections saying INDIA bloc will break the "vicious circle of injustice created by the BJP".

"My brothers and sisters of Jammu and Kashmir, today is the second phase of voting, come out in large numbers and vote for your rights, prosperity and prosperity - vote for INDIA. By snatching away your statehood, the BJP government has insulted you and played with your constitutional rights. Your every vote for INDIA will break this vicious circle of injustice created by the BJP and bring Jammu and Kashmir on the path of prosperity," Rahul said in a post on X.

10:09 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | BJP Candidate Baldev Raj Sharma Offers Prayers Ahead Of Casting Vote

As voting is underway in the second phase of voting for the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections, BJP candidate for the freshly carved Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Constituency, Baldev Raj Sharma Offered Prayers Ahead of casting vote.

9:36 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | Over 10 Percent Voting Till 9 AM; Surankote And Habba Kadal At Extremes

A voter turnout of 10.22 was recorded till 9 AM on Wednesday in the second phase of voting for Jammu and Kashmir assembly election 2024, the Election Commission Of India said in an update. A total of 26 assembly seats are going to polls in the second phase.

Here is the constituency-wise voting percentage till 9 AM.

1. Beerwah - 11%

2. Budgam - 8.59%

3. Budhal (ST) - 12.42%

4. Central Shalteng - 5.08%

5. Chadoora - 10.88%

6. Channapora - 4.28%

7. Chrar-i-Shareif - 13%

8. Eidgah - 6.96%

9. Ganderbal - 12.06 %

10. Gulabgarh (ST)- 14.38%

11. Habbakadal - 2.63%

12. Hazratbal -5.43%

13. Kalakote - Sunderbani -12.79%

14. Kangan (ST) -13.52%

15. Khansahib - 11.59%

16. Khanyar - 4.40%

17. Lal Chowk -4.28%

18. Mendhar (ST) - 14.06%

19. Nowshera -12.03%

20. Poonch Haveli - 14.56%

21. Rajouri (ST) - 13.97%

22. Reasi - 12.71%

23. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi -12.66%

24. Surankote (ST) - 14.57%

25. Thannamandi (ST) - 12.43%

26. Zadibal - 5.09%

9:21 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | 'Budgam Won't Trust A Tourist Or Infiltrator', PDP's Budgam Candidate Takes Dig At Omar Abdullah

As the voting got underway for the second phase of Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Election, Aga Syed Muntazir, PDP candidate contesting Budgam seat took a dig at former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who is contesting opposite Muntazir.

"I have no competition here as the public of the constituency has bestowed their trust on me and they will not trust any tourist or infiltrator..." Muntazir said.

Omar is contesting from Budgam given his poor prospects on Ganderbal seat where he is facing a formidable opponent in Ishfaq Jabbar.

8:56 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | 'AIP Wave Will Sweep Budgam And Srinagar', Says Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid

As voting got underway for the second phase of Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Polls, Baramulla MP and Awami Ittihad Party Chief Engineer Rashid appealed voters to "listen to their conscience before exercising their franchise.

"I hope that the people will vote in central Kashmir listening to the voice of their conscience. I appeal to the city voters that city is the heart of Kashmir and you all should listen to conscience while voting and don't vote under any pressure. Vote for the candidate who you think is the best and will speak for your day-today issues. I hope that the wave of Awami Ittehad Party will sweep Srinagar and Budgam too," Rashid said.

8:39 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | Foreign Delegates Leave For Srinagar To Witness Polling

Several foreign delegates on Wednesday left for Srinagar from the Delhi airport to witness the second phase of Assembly Elections in Jammu and Kashmir being held after a decade and for the first time after the abrogation of Article 370. The delegates were seen checking in at the counters to fly to leave for Srinagar.

8:07 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | BJP Will Win The Polls, Says J&K BJP Chief Ravinder Raina

As voting got underway for the second phase of Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections 2024 on Wednesday, J&K BJP President Ravinder Raina claimed victory for the saffron party once the results are announced on October 8.

Raina while talking to the media after casting vote at a polling station in Rajouri said, “People are coming out in large numbers to participate in the second phase of voting. I believe, BJP will win in Jammu and Kashmir. Raina is the BJP's candidate from Nowshera Assembly seat in Jammu region.

7:59 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | First Three Voters In Ganderbal Plant Saplings After Casting Ballots

The first three voters at a polling station in Bagoo Rampora planted saplings immediately after casting their votes. This initiative highlights the community's commitment to environmental sustainability alongside civic engagement.

In the Ganderbal constituency, former Chief Minister and JKNC Vice President Omar Abdullah is contesting the election against PDP's Bashir Ahmad Mir, making this a closely watched race in the region.

7:53 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | BJPs Aijaz Hussain Expresses Confidence in Democratic Process

Aijaz Hussain, the BJP candidate for the Lal Chowk Assembly constituency, expressed optimism about the upcoming elections, stating, "People have gained confidence in the democratic set-up." He emphasised the importance of development, urging voters to support his party.

7:48 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | Amit Shah Appeals people To Vote In Large Numbers

Union Home Minister Amit Shah appealed to the people of Jammu and Kashmir to vote in large numbers for a developed and terror-free region. He said that the people should vote for a government that works with commitment for the rights of the deprived and women and for the development of the region.

7:36 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | SSP Rajouri Reports High Voter Turnout Amid Tight Security Measures

SSP Rajour, Randeep Kumar reported a festive atmosphere as citizens turned out in large numbers to vote today. He stated, "People have stepped out of their houses like it is a festival." Kumar assured that comprehensive security arrangements are in place. He said, "Wherever we felt security was necessary, it has been deployed." Additional forces from the CAPF and the Army have been stationed to ensure a smooth electoral process.

7:24 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | PM Modi Encourages Voter Participation As Polling Begins

As the second phase of assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir commences, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X to urge citizens to participate actively in the democratic process.

In his tweet, PM Modi stated, "Today is the second phase of voting for the assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir. I appeal to all voters to cast their vote and play their important role in strengthening democracy." He also congratulated first-time voters, emphasising the significance of their participation.

7:13 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | Voters Line Up As Second Poll Phase Begins

As the second phase of the election begins, people are lined up to cast their votes in 26 constituencies across six districts of the Union territory.

7:04 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | Second Phase Of Voting Begins Under Tight Security

Voting for the second phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections has officially begun, with stringent multi-layered security measures in place to ensure a smooth electoral process. Election officials are overseeing the polling across various constituencies, emphasising the importance of safety for voters and staff.

6:58 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | BJP's Baldev Raj Sharma Offers Prayers Ahead of First Vote in New Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Constituency

Baldev Raj Sharma, the BJP candidate for the newly formed Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Assembly constituency, performed prayers at his residence today ahead of the second phase of voting. This election marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time constituents will cast their votes in this newly created constituency following the delimitation process.

6:52 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | BJP Chief Ravinder Raina Offers Prayers Ahead Of Polls

Ravinder Raina, the Jammu and Kashmir BJP chief and party candidate for the Nowshera constituency, visited the Thakurdwara Temple to offer prayers ahead of the second phase of the Assembly elections.

6:17 AM, 25 Sep 2024 (IST)

Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Live Updates | Polling Stations Set Up For Kashmiri Migrants In Jammu

Preparations are in full swing at a polling station in Jammu designated for Kashmiri migrants as the second phase of voting takes place on Wednesday. This crucial phase will encompass 26 assembly constituencies across six districts, with a total of 25.78 lakh eligible voters expected to cast their ballots.

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