High-Stakes Showdown: Jammu and Kashmir Polls Heat Up

The political landscape in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed intense campaigning as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi locked horns ahead of the second phase of the assembly elections. The elections, post the abrogation of Article 370, include 25.78 lakh eligible voters across 26 constituencies. Leaders made emotional appeals while engaging in verbal duels to secure voter support.

In a high-stakes political showdown, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi led aggressive campaigns as the second phase of Jammu and Kashmir's assembly elections concluded on Monday evening.

The heated contest saw passionate appeals to voters and sharp exchanges among rivals, with 26 assembly constituencies across six districts, including Srinagar, in the spotlight. This phase will determine the fate of 239 candidates.

The elections mark the first since the abrogation of Article 370, with the final phase of polling set for October 1 and results expected on October 8.