Significant Voter Turnout Among Kashmiri Pandits in Final Phase of J&K Elections

The final phase of Jammu and Kashmir elections witnessed over 30% voter turnout among Kashmiri Pandits, who cast their ballots at 24 specially designated polling booths. This reflects their political commitment despite displacement. Special arrangements and stringent security measures ensured smooth voting. Overall participation is considered significant in shaping the region's political landscape.

In the third and final phase of Jammu and Kashmir elections, Kashmiri Pandits demonstrated significant political involvement with over 30% voter turnout.

Spread across 16 assembly segments in North Kashmir, they cast their votes at 24 designated polling booths in Jammu, Udhampur, and Delhi-NCR. Out of 18,357 registered displaced voters, 5,545 participated in the electoral process, according to Relief and Rehabilitation Commissioner, Dr. Arvind Karvani.

Special arrangements were made by the Relief and Rehabilitation Department to facilitate the process, ensuring their democratic rights were upheld.

(With inputs from agencies.)