Jammu and Kashmir's Final Phase of Assembly Elections Commences

Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged voters to elect a government that would eradicate terrorism, separatism, corruption, and dynastic politics as the final phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections began. Voting covers 40 seats across seven districts, with over 39.18 lakh voters deciding the fate of 415 candidates.

As voting commenced on Tuesday for the third and final phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the importance of forming a government that would eliminate terrorism, separatism, corruption, and dynastic politics.

Shah highlighted the need for a visionary government capable of making strong decisions to ensure security, peace, and stability in the Union Territory.

'Today, the people voting in Jammu and Kashmir in the last phase should use their power of vote to form a government that keeps Jammu and Kashmir away from terrorism, separatism, corruption and dynastic politics and is determined to protect the rights of every section,' Shah stated in a post on X.

The home minister encouraged people to vote for advancements in tourism, education, employment, and overall development in Jammu and Kashmir.

Voting began for the final phase of the Assembly elections, covering 40 seats across seven districts, including the winter capital Jammu. Over 39.18 lakh voters are set to determine the electoral outcomes for 415 candidates.

(With inputs from agencies.)