Jammu and Kashmir commenced the second phase of polling on Wednesday, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah urging residents to participate in large numbers for a developed and terror-free region. Over 2.5 million voters will decide the fate of 239 candidates vying for 26 assembly seats in this crucial election phase.
I appeal to all the voters going to vote in the second phase of Jammu and Kashmir to vote in maximum numbers for the creation of a terror-free and developed Jammu and Kashmir. Cast record votes for a government that works with commitment for the golden future of the youth of Jammu and Kashmir, the rights of the deprived and women and for the development of this place. Vote today to strengthen democracy and to free Jammu and Kashmir from terrorism, nepotism and corruption, Amit Shah said in a post X.
Among the prominent candidates contesting in the second phase of polling is former chief minister Omar Abdullah from the erstwhile state. Voting began at 7 AM across the 26 assembly constituencies, with officials reporting tight security arrangements in place.