Battle for Nagrota: By-elections in Jammu and Kashmir Heat Up

The Nagrota assembly by-election in Jammu and Kashmir saw peaceful polling as of 11 am, with 34.47% voter turnout. Key contestants include BJP's Devyani Rana, NC's Shamim Begum, and JKNPP's Harsh Dev Singh. The election was prompted by the death of BJP MLA Devender Singh Rana.

The Nagrota assembly by-election in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a substantial voter turnout with 34.47% recorded by 11 am. Polling commenced smoothly at 154 stations, securing a peaceful process with heavy security in place, ensuring no disruptions till that time.

Key contestants such as BJP's Devyani Rana, whose candidacy followed the death of her father and former MLA Devender Singh Rana, campaigned strongly, expressing confidence in a favorable outcome. National Conference candidate Shamim Begum and JKNPP's Harsh Dev Singh were also keenly contesting this triangular by-election.

Despite a history of alternating leadership between the BJP and NC in the constituency, this election proves crucial to determine whether the BJP can retain the seat with Rana's association and economic vision or if alternatives proposed by the other parties will sway the electorate.

(With inputs from agencies.)