Bharat Express

Jammu And Kashmir

Farooq Abdullah, Omar's father and National Conference (NC) chief, confirmed that Omar would take on the role of Chief Minister

As counting began in J&K & Haryana, celebrations erupted outside the Congress HQ in Delhi, showing the party's confidence in reclaiming power.

Former J&K CM Omar Abdullah expressed optimism on Tuesday as early trends from the Assembly elections suggested a positive outcome for the NC.

Counting of votes in Jammu & Kashmir's Assembly elections began on Tuesday at 8 AM, marking a crucial day for the region.

In Kashmir, the NC-Congress alliance anticipates winning 29-33 seats out of 47. The BJP is projected to capture 0-1 seats, while the PDP is expected to win 6-10 seats, and others may receive 6-10

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the central government, had previously assured the Supreme Court that Jammu and Kashmir's full statehood would be restored. The government stated that the decision to make it a Union Territory was temporary

On Saturday, the Indian Army thwarted an infiltration attempt along the LoC in Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir, eliminating two terrorists.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah dismissed Omar Abdullah's claims of government efforts to undermine the elected government in J&K.

Electors of all ages, from first-time voters to senior citizens, flocked to polling booths in 40 Assembly constituencies across Jammu and Kashmir.

Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a voter turnout of 28.04% across its 40 Assembly constituencies, according to the Election Commission of India.