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Haryana, J&K Assembly Elections 2024 Live Updates: 'Congress leaders are experts in spreading fake narratives,' says Amit Shah in Haryana
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Anil Vij staked his claim for the Chief Minister position ahead of the Haryana Assembly elections. In a statement to ANI, Vij highlighted his seniority, noting he is the longest-serving BJP MLA in Haryana, having contested six elections. He said he had never previously asked the party for anything but felt compelled to seek the CM designation this time due to public demand. However, he acknowledged that the final decision rests with the party’s high command. Vij, who is the BJP candidate from Ambala Cantt Assembly constituency, promised to transform Haryana if appointed.
In other news, National Conference (NC) vice president Omar Abdullah criticized PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti, accusing her of causing significant damage to Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah blamed the PDP for facilitating the BJP's rise in the region and recalled the violent protests of 2016 following the killing of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, which resulted in over 90 civilian deaths. Abdullah challenged Mufti to address the events of 2016 before criticizing others.
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In other news, National Conference (NC) vice president Omar Abdullah criticized PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti, accusing her of causing significant damage to Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah blamed the PDP for facilitating the BJP's rise in the region and recalled the violent protests of 2016 following the killing of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, which resulted in over 90 civilian deaths. Abdullah challenged Mufti to address the events of 2016 before criticizing others.
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21:27 (IST) Sep 17
J&K Assembly Elections Live Updates
A polling station in Kishtwar has been set up, especially for the women voters of the region. 24 Assembly constituencies across the UT will go to polls in the first phase, scheduled for 18th September.
20:09 (IST) Sep 17
Haryana Assembly Elections Live Updates: 'Congress leaders are experts in spreading fake narratives,' says Union home minister Amit Shah
"Congress people are experts in spreading fake narratives. They said that the jawans of Agniveer will have no work and pension. But I want to tell you that jawans of the Agniveer scheme are getting 20% reservations in the police services...Congress wants to do appeasement politics in Haryana also," said Shah during a rally in Haryana.
19:49 (IST) Sep 17
Haryana Assembly Elections Live Updates
"Elections are going to be held in Haryana on October 5, and your one vote will decide the future of Haryana. There are two forces in this election. On one side, there is BJP, a group of patriots, and on the other side, there is Congress Party, a group of corrupt people," said Union home minister Amit Shah.
19:11 (IST) Sep 17
Jammu & Kashmir Assembly Election: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge appointed Charanjit Singh Channi and Mukesh Agnihotri as AICC senior observers
19:00 (IST) Sep 17
Jammu & Kashmir Assembly Election
Polling parties depart with election material ahead of polling in Kishtwar tomorrow. Seven districts, located on either side of Pir Panjal mountain range, will vote for the first time in Assembly election in 10 years on Wednesday.
17:51 (IST) Sep 17
Haryana Assembly Elections Live: Amit Shah slams Rahul Gandhi as 'machine of lies' at a rally
Union home minister Amit Shah launched a vigorous attack on Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi during a public rally on Tuesday, labeling him a “machine of lies” capable of deceiving in any language. Shah demanded that Gandhi clarify his stance on the removal of Article 370 in Kashmir, questioning whether it was a positive or negative decision.
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16:57 (IST) Sep 17
Haryana Assembly Elections Live
"Rahul Gandhi went to Kashmir and arrived at an agenda with Omar Abdullah. They want to release all imprisoned terrorists after the elections. They want to hold talks with Pakistan. They want to uplift the ban from all banned terrorist organisations," said Union home minister Amit Shah while addressing a public rally in Loharu.
16:08 (IST) Sep 17
Haryana Assembly Elections Live
"There are four Vidhan sabha constituencies in our jurisdiction. We are already doing flag marches and most of our ACPs have personally visited sensitive villages. We are continuously doing meetings and there is good coordination between police and the administration. 2 companies of paramilitary forces are already deployed. For VIP movement, we are ensuring that the Model Code of Conduct is followed," said Gurugram Police deputy commissioner Arpit Jain on preparations for the upcoming assembly elections.
14:26 (IST) Sep 17
J&K Assembly Elections Live: UT gears up for phase 1 polls, seven districts to vote after a decade
For the first time in a decade, seven districts of Jammu and Kashmir, situated on either side of the Pir Panjal mountain range, will participate in an assembly election as phase 1 polling begins in the union territory on Wednesday. More than 2.3 million voters will cast their ballots to determine the outcome for 219 candidates, including 90 independents, competing across 24 assembly segments—eight in three districts of the Jammu region and 16 in four districts of the Kashmir valley.
13:48 (IST) Sep 17
Haryana Assembly Elections Live: BJP MLA Rajesh Nagar exudes confidence in victory from Tigaon
"We are going to seek votes from the public in the name of development. Earlier in 2019, the people of our region gave me the maximum votes in all 90 assembly constituencies in Haryana. I am fully confident that in the 2024 elections too, we will come first in all the 90 assembly constituencies," Rajesh Nagar told ANI.
10:14 (IST) Sep 17
Haryana Assembly Elections Live: Won’t form any alliance with AAP, says Congress leader Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa
“We won’t form any alliance with AAP. Delhi CM (Arvind Kejriwal) always gets bail when election approaches. I don’t understand this,” he said.
09:13 (IST) Sep 17
J&K Assembly Elections Live: Can assure you that Ramban district will witness a good turnout tomorrow, says deputy district election officer of Ramban, Abdul Jabbar
"Today, on 17th September, all of our poll parties started leaving (for their respective polling stations) since 5 am...I can assure you that Ramban district will witness a good turnout tomorrow...Our system is functioning as per Election Commission SoPs," he said.
08:58 (IST) Sep 17
J&K Assembly Elections Live: Polling parties leave with EVMs for their respective polling stations
As the first phase of polling approaches, scheduled for tomorrow, polling parties are departing with EVMs for their designated polling stations. The visuals from Ramban show the preparations underway. On September 18th, 24 Assembly constituencies across the UT will cast their votes in this initial phase.
08:35 (IST) Sep 17
J&K Assembly Elections Live: Congress-NC alliance will restore statehood, says Congress leader Pawan Khera
"Jammu and Kashmir was a state whose rights were taken away, its statehood was taken away, it was made a Union Territory and it must get back this right. We will get back this right of Jammu and Kashmir," Khera told ANI.
"If you look at the track record of Congress in the last ten years, be it Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, wherever we have formed governments we implemented our guarantees. People have faith in us," he added.
"If you look at the track record of Congress in the last ten years, be it Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, wherever we have formed governments we implemented our guarantees. People have faith in us," he added.
23:24 (IST) Sep 16
Haryana Assembly Elections Live: 'Congress has no role in South Haryana'
"There is no one to compete with us as of now, Congress has no role in south Haryana. Congress was neither there before nor will we let them come," said Mukesh Sharma, BJP candidate from Gurugram assembly constituency.
20:45 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Assembly Elections Live: 'Will bury terrorism in J-K so deep, nobody can dare revive it,' says Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, while speaking at an election rally in the Padder-Nagseni assembly segment of Kishtwar district, said declared that the BJP-led central government is committed to eradicating terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. He emphasized that terrorism will never be able to resurface in the region. Shah also reaffirmed that Article 370 has been permanently removed from India's constitution and will never be reinstated.
19:57 (IST) Sep 16
'Haath Badlega Halaat': Congress releases manifesto for upcoming J&K assembly elections
Congress on Monday, launched its manifesto for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, pledging a range of welfare initiatives for farmers, women, and youth.
The manifesto, titled "Haath Badlega Halaat," was jointly released by AICC chief spokesperson Pawan Khera and PCC president Tariq Hameed Karra at the party's office.
The manifesto features crop insurance against natural calamities for all crops and a minimum support price (MSP) of Rs 72 per kilogram for apples.
Read more19:44 (IST) Sep 16
‘No trade, talks with Pakistan till ...’: Amit Shah accuses NC, Congress of 'nourishing' terrorism
Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday declared that there will be no trade or talks with Pakistan until complete normalcy is restored in Jammu and Kashmir. Shah, during an election rally in J&K's Ramban, launched a scathing attack on opposition parties National Conference (NC) and Congress, accusing them of fostering terrorism in the region. Shah reiterated that no dialogue or trade with Pakistan would take place until terrorism is completely eradicated from Jammu and Kashmir.
Read more19:09 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Assembly Elections Live: Congress launches manifesto for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Elections 2024
18:40 (IST) Sep 16
Haryana Assembly Elections Live Updates: 'BJP will form government for the third time,' says Union minister Manohar Lal Khattar
"Congress may say anything, but people know how to give answers. The people will compare what we have done in the last 10 years. Neither Congress' nor our words would affect anything...BJP will form its government for the third time with full majority in Haryana," said Khattar
On BJP leader Anil Vij's statement, he says, "Every leader has their right to claim anything. There is no problem with this. However, it's not the decision of a single person. It is decided by the parliamentary board after knowing the views of the whole party. And our Home Minister has clearly said that Nayab Singh Saini will be our CM."
On BJP leader Anil Vij's statement, he says, "Every leader has their right to claim anything. There is no problem with this. However, it's not the decision of a single person. It is decided by the parliamentary board after knowing the views of the whole party. And our Home Minister has clearly said that Nayab Singh Saini will be our CM."
17:49 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Assembly Elections Live Updates: 'We will not hold any talks with Pakistan,' says Union home minister Amit Shah
"They say that they will hold talks with Pakistan. I want to clarify that until we are able to completely eradicate terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir, we will not hold any talks with Pakistan. They want to begin LoC trade... the same LoC trade from which terrorism was born here. I want to tell Omar Abdullah that until terrorism is removed from its roots from here, we will not start any trade with Pakistan," says Union home minister Amit Shah in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban.
17:41 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Assembly Elections Live Updates: 'The election is between two powers,' says Union home minister Amit Shah.
"The election is between two powers. On the one hand, they pushed Jammu and Kashmir into the fire of terrorism for their political benefits; over 40,000 people were martyred here. I want to ask Farooq (Abdullah) Sahab and Rahul Gandhi, will they take responsibility for 35 years of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir? They will not take the responsibility," said Union home minister Amit Shah addressing a public gathering in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban.
17:17 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Assembly Elections Live Updates: 'The beneficiaries of Article 370 were these 3 families, Abdullah, Gandhi and Mufti family,' says Union home minister Amit Shah
"The upcoming elections are between two forces. On one hand, you have those who threw J&K in the fire of terrorism. J&K was burning in the fire of terrorism for their political gains...I want to ask Farooq Abdullah and Rahul Gandhi if they will take responsibility for the J&K burning due to terrorism. The agenda of the National Conference is to bring again one more flag in J&K. There will be only one flag in J&K, tricolour. They want to bring Article 370 and 35A. The beneficiaries of Article 370 were these 3 families, Abdullah, Gandhi and Mufti family," said Union home minister Amit Shah in Jammu & Kashmir's Ramban.
16:39 (IST) Sep 16
"The Prime Minister's vision for J&K has youth in its focus. The youth have the highest population, around 65-70%...Only the BJP's double-engine government can rebuild the picture of J&K," says BJP leader and former J&K deputy CM Nirmal Singh.
15:50 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Assembly Elections Live Updates: 'Modi ji strengthened democracy in Jammu & Kashmir,' says Union home minister Amit Shah
"Modi Ji strengthened democracy in Jammu and Kashmir. I want to ask Farooq Abdullah that your three generations ruled, but did the people of Jammu and Kashmir ever get free treatment up to Rs 5 lakh? Modi ji provided free treatment up to Rs 5 lakh to everyone, from the valley to the plains," said Shah in J&K's Kishtwar.
15:34 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Assembly Elections Live Updates: 'This land of Kishtwar is the land of warriors,' says Amit Shah
"This land of Kishtwar is the land of warriors. When India was partitioned due to the wrong policies of the Congress, it took a long time to decide where the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir would go due to Nehru's Sheikh-supporting policies. Whenever there was a crisis in Jammu and Kashmir, the people of Kishtwar never hesitated to make sacrifices. During the terrorism of 1990, every citizen here fought along with the security forces and contributed to ending terrorism," said Shah in J&K's Kishtwar.
15:22 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Election Live Updates: 'Terrorism always flourished under Congress-National Conference alliance,' says Union home minister Amit Shah
"The Congress-National Conference alliance has always nourished terrorism... In the 1990s, Farooq Abdullah was the CM, you were elected after an agreement with Rajeev Gandhi. When the Kashmir Valley was soaked in blood due to terrorism, where were you?... You went to London for a summer vacation. Nehru, Gandhi and Abdullah family spread terrorism here and now they want your blessings again... They boycotted the Kashmiri Pandits, spread terrorism and delayed reservation, do you want that NC-Congress again?," said Shah while addressing a rally in J&K's Kishtwar
14:46 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Election Live Updates: PM Modi wants to make a Viksit J&K and wants to give the right of reservation to the OBC also, says Amit Shah
Addressing a public rally, Union home minister Amit Shah said, "I had promised the Gurjars that Pahadis will get the reservation but it will not affect Gurjars. And now, the Modi government has given reservation to Pahadis without touching the Gurjar reservation... Now the Gurjars and Pahadis have tribal reservation, now your children can also become Collectors and DSPs... PM Modi abolished the rule of the three families and established Panchayati Raj in the state... The children will represent in the Vidhan Sabha and the Lok Sabha soon. PM Modi wants to make a Viksit J&K and wants to give the right of reservation to the OBC also..."
14:30 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Election Live Updates: 'There will only be one flag and that is our Tricolour,' says Amit Shah in J&K
Addressing a public rally, Union home minister Amit Shah said, "NC and Congress say that they will reinstate Article 370 if their government is formed. Should Article 370 be back?... The reservation which the Pahadis and Gurjar brothers get, would not be possible if Article 370 is restored... But I have been observing the environment in Kashmir, neither Farooq Abdullah nor Rahul Gandhi is forming the government here. Article 370 is now a part of the history. There is no place for Article 370 in the Constitution of India... There can never be two prime ministers, two constitutions and two flags in Kashmir. There will only be one flag and that is our Tricolour..."
14:23 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Election Live Updates: 'Pledged to bury terrorism to such level it would never return,' says Amit Shah in J&K
Pledged to bury terrorism to such level it would never return. Nobody can dare revive it under PM Modi's rule: Amit Shah at J&K rally
12:54 (IST) Sep 16
Haryana Election Live Updates: BJP candidate to withdraw his nomination papers in Sirsa
Rohtas Jangra was BJP candidate from Sirsa assembly constituency.
11:57 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Election Live Updates: AIP, JEI form an alliance ahead of J-K Assembly elections
The Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JEI) have joined forces in preparation for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, according to an AIP statement released on Sunday. The two parties held a joint meeting attended by key members from both organizations.
"In a significant political development, the Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JEI) have come together in a strategic alliance to champion the cause of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. AIP delegation was led by AIP Supremo and Member of Parliament Er Rashid, AIP Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi, while the JEI delegation was led by Ghulam Qadir Wani. Prominent JEI members also participated in the discussions," said the statement.
"In a significant political development, the Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JEI) have come together in a strategic alliance to champion the cause of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. AIP delegation was led by AIP Supremo and Member of Parliament Er Rashid, AIP Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi, while the JEI delegation was led by Ghulam Qadir Wani. Prominent JEI members also participated in the discussions," said the statement.
10:54 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Election Live Updates: 'BJP has ended democracy in J&K and running governor's rule,' says Sanjay Singh
Sanjay Singh, a Member of Parliament from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), arrived in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, the final day of the election campaign in the Union territory, to support Mehraj Malik, the party's candidate for the Doda Assembly Constituency. During his visit, Singh strongly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing them of undermining democracy and imposing governor's rule in the region.
In a post on X, Sanjay Singh said, "Today is the last day of the election campaign in Jammu and Kashmir. BJP has ended democracy here and is running Governor's rule. Be it Ladakh, Jammu or Kashmir, people of every region are unhappy and fighting for their rights. I will attend the public meeting organised for my colleague @MehrajMalikAAP and appeal for votes."
The Aam Aadmi Party is contesting elections in seven out of the 90 Assembly constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir. Among these 90 seats, seven are reserved for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and nine for Scheduled Tribes (STs).
In a post on X, Sanjay Singh said, "Today is the last day of the election campaign in Jammu and Kashmir. BJP has ended democracy here and is running Governor's rule. Be it Ladakh, Jammu or Kashmir, people of every region are unhappy and fighting for their rights. I will attend the public meeting organised for my colleague @MehrajMalikAAP and appeal for votes."
The Aam Aadmi Party is contesting elections in seven out of the 90 Assembly constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir. Among these 90 seats, seven are reserved for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and nine for Scheduled Tribes (STs).
09:44 (IST) Sep 16
Union minister and BJP's incharge for Haryana assembly polls, Dharmendra Pradhan affirmed on Sunday that Nayab Singh Saini is the party's chief ministerial candidate and expressed confidence that the BJP will secure a third consecutive victory in the state under his leadership.
"BJP's CM candidate is Nayab Singh Saini," Pradhan said.
"BJP's CM candidate is Nayab Singh Saini," Pradhan said.
09:12 (IST) Sep 16
Haryana Election Live Updates: 'Situation of BJP is worrisome,' says Congress leader Chaudhary Birender ahead of Haryana polls
Former Union minister and Congress leader Chaudhary Birender Singh expressed his concerns about the BJP's prospects in the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections. While talking to news agency ANI, he stated, "The situation of the BJP is worrisome in the Haryana Assembly elections, and the BJP is trying to make sure that PM Modi is taken all around Haryana. But it won't make any impact as the public has already made up their minds."
The Haryana Assembly elections are scheduled to take place on October 5, with 90 seats up for grabs. The counting of votes will be conducted on October 8, determining the fate of the contesting parties and candidates.
The Haryana Assembly elections are scheduled to take place on October 5, with 90 seats up for grabs. The counting of votes will be conducted on October 8, determining the fate of the contesting parties and candidates.
08:09 (IST) Sep 16
Haryana Election Live Updates: Anil Vij stakes claim for CM post ahead of Haryana Assembly elections
Anil Vij, a prominent leader of the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), asserted his claim for the position of chief minister in the upcoming Haryana assembly election on Sunday. In a conversation with news agency ANI, Vij highlighted his extensive experience and requested the party to consider him for the top post.
"I am the senior most MLA of BJP in Haryana. I have contested elections six times. I have never asked the party for anything. However, on the demand of people, I will claim for the designation of CM on the basis of my seniority this time," Anil Vij said.
"I am the senior most MLA of BJP in Haryana. I have contested elections six times. I have never asked the party for anything. However, on the demand of people, I will claim for the designation of CM on the basis of my seniority this time," Anil Vij said.
07:21 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Election Live Updates: Mehbooba Mufti has only brought destruction to J&K: Omar Abdullah
National Conference (NC) vice president Omar Abdullah Sunday hit out at People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti, saying she has brought nothing but destruction to Jammu and Kashmir. On Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal's announcement of resignation, the NC leader said it remains to be seen what will be his next steps.
"Mehbooba Mufti has brought nothing but destruction to Jammu and Kashmir. If anyone has played the biggest role in bringing BJP (in J&K) then it is PDP and its leadership," Abdullah told reporters in Anantnag district of south Kashmir.
"Mehbooba Mufti has brought nothing but destruction to Jammu and Kashmir. If anyone has played the biggest role in bringing BJP (in J&K) then it is PDP and its leadership," Abdullah told reporters in Anantnag district of south Kashmir.
07:20 (IST) Sep 16
Haryana Election Live Updates: 'Situation of BJP is worrisome' says Congress leader Chaudhary Birender ahead of Haryana polls
Ahead of the Haryana Assembly elections, former Union minister and Congress leader Chaudhary Birender Singh said the situation of the BJP is worrisome in the Haryana Assembly elections.
Speaking to ANI, Chaudhary Birender Singh said, "The situation of the BJP is worrisome in the Haryana Assembly elections, and the BJP is trying to make sure that PM Modi is taken all around Haryana. But it won't make any impact as the public has already made up their minds."
Voting for Haryana's 90-member legislative assembly will take place on October 5 and votes will be counted on October 8.
Speaking to ANI, Chaudhary Birender Singh said, "The situation of the BJP is worrisome in the Haryana Assembly elections, and the BJP is trying to make sure that PM Modi is taken all around Haryana. But it won't make any impact as the public has already made up their minds."
Voting for Haryana's 90-member legislative assembly will take place on October 5 and votes will be counted on October 8.
07:19 (IST) Sep 16
Haryana Election Live Updates: 'BJP is packing their bags from Haryana,' says AAP MP Sandeep Pathak
AAP MP Sandeep Pathak launched a fierce attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), declaring that AAP candidates will compete vigorously in the Haryana Assembly elections while the BJP is effectively preparing to exit Haryana. He criticized the BJP for trying to undermine AAP but praised his party for staying resolute despite these efforts.
"Despite the BJP's relentless attempts to destabilize AAP, our party has remained steadfast," Pathak said. "Our volunteers are dedicated to serving the country without seeking personal gain. Each attempt to harass us only strengthens our resolve. The BJP’s pattern is to first ignore us, then attack us, and eventually lose to us in elections. Modi Ji is preoccupied with trivial matters, while the BJP is simply packing its bags to leave Haryana."
"Despite the BJP's relentless attempts to destabilize AAP, our party has remained steadfast," Pathak said. "Our volunteers are dedicated to serving the country without seeking personal gain. Each attempt to harass us only strengthens our resolve. The BJP’s pattern is to first ignore us, then attack us, and eventually lose to us in elections. Modi Ji is preoccupied with trivial matters, while the BJP is simply packing its bags to leave Haryana."
07:16 (IST) Sep 16
Haryana Election Live Updates: Citing seniority, Vij stakes claim to CM post if BJP wins in Haryana
Former Haryana home minister and senior BJP neta Anil Vijpublicly declared on Sunday his desire to become the state’s next CM, citing overwhelming public support and his seniority in the party. His remarks added an element of intrigue to BJP’s internal dynamics in Haryana before the elections, following the party’s decision to appoint Nayab Singh Saini as CM in March, bypassing Vij for the position.
07:16 (IST) Sep 16
J&K Election Live Updates: BJP brass eyes Independents, local outfits as key to next govt in J&K
The assessment of top BJP politicians that established parties in Jammu and Kashmir, including Congress, will have no role in govt formation is based on the possibility of a good performance by seven local parties and 32 Independents in the fray, who are said to be strongly placed.
Sources said Independents and local parties will hold the key to govt formation, while the BJP brass is looking to retain its domina nce in the Jammu region and emerge as the single largest party, a status on which it aims to bid to form a govt for the second time in J&K.
A govt source dismissed speculation that there was any “tacit understanding” with Engineer Rashid and that he was BJP’s ‘B team’. The source said Rashid’s bail was based on a Supreme Court judgment through which Arvind Kejriwal was granted bail for campaigning. “There is no question of a tieup with Engineer Rashid, he is a UAPA detainee and his bail was vociferously opposed by govt,” the source said.
Asked about Jamaat-e-Islami Kashmir demanding that since many of its cadres were contesting polls as Independents, the ban on it be lifted, the source said the two were different issues. “The ban on Jamaat is due to their secessionist agenda... and the ban is going to stay,” he added.
Sources said Independents and local parties will hold the key to govt formation, while the BJP brass is looking to retain its domina nce in the Jammu region and emerge as the single largest party, a status on which it aims to bid to form a govt for the second time in J&K.
A govt source dismissed speculation that there was any “tacit understanding” with Engineer Rashid and that he was BJP’s ‘B team’. The source said Rashid’s bail was based on a Supreme Court judgment through which Arvind Kejriwal was granted bail for campaigning. “There is no question of a tieup with Engineer Rashid, he is a UAPA detainee and his bail was vociferously opposed by govt,” the source said.
Asked about Jamaat-e-Islami Kashmir demanding that since many of its cadres were contesting polls as Independents, the ban on it be lifted, the source said the two were different issues. “The ban on Jamaat is due to their secessionist agenda... and the ban is going to stay,” he added.
Senior BJP leader Anil Vij claimed the Chief Minister position for the Haryana Assembly elections, citing his seniority and six election contests. He acknowledged that the final decision is up to the party’s high command and promised to transform Haryana if selected.
Meanwhile, National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah criticized PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti, accusing her of causing damage to Jammu and Kashmir and enabling the BJP’s rise. Abdullah also challenged Mufti to address the 2016 protests and their aftermath before criticizing others.
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