NC and Congress Dominate Kargil Elections, Secure Victory in 22 Seats

NC and Congress Dominate Kargil Elections, Secure Victory in 22 Seats

08/10/2023 (JKNN)

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In the Kargil polls of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, the National Conference and Congress achieved a significant victory by securing 22 out of 26 seats. The National Conference won 12 seats, while their ally, Congress, emerged victorious in 10 seats. Additionally, the BJP and independent candidates each secured victory in two seats. This election marked the first one in Kargil since August 5, 2019.

In a significant political development, the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council- Kargil elections witnessed a sweeping victory by the National Conference (NC) and Congress, collectively securing 22 out of the total 26 seats.

This electoral triumph marks a substantial political shift in the region.

According to the latest results the National Conference secured an impressive 12 seats, showcasing its strong electoral presence in the region.

Meanwhile, its ally, the Congress party, also put up an impressive performance by emerging victorious in 10 seats.

In contrast, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and independent candidates managed to secure two seats each, making up the remaining seats in the council. This distribution of seats reflects a multi-faceted political landscape in Kargil.

It’s worth noting that this election holds particular significance as it is the first electoral exercise in Kargil since August 5, 2019.

This date is notable for the revocation of Article 370 and the bifurcation of the former state of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories, namely Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Consequently, these election results carry weight not only at the local level but also within the broader context of regional politics.

JKNN