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J&K Assembly Polls 2024: NC-Congress alliance boosts electoral prospects of both parties

Meanwhile, Mehbooba Mufti's People's Democratic Party (PDP) is facing an uphill battle to remain relevant in Kashmir's shifting political landscape.
Last Updated : 23 August 2024, 07:44 IST

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He acknowledged that the NC might have secured more seats if it had contested without any alliance but noted that the party now has to concede at least 10 seats in Kashmir to Congress. "This alliance is a necessity," he added.

The alliance between NC and Congress, which has a history of collaboration, is viewed as a strategic move to consolidate secular and regional votes against the BJP's growing influence in the region.

This partnership comes at a time when parties perceived as close to the BJP—such as Altaf Bukhari's Apni Party, Sajad Lone’s People’s Conference, and Ghulam Nabi Azad’s Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP)—are grappling with internal disarray.

These parties, initially seen as alternatives to the traditional political outfits, are now struggling to stay relevant in light of the NC-Congress alliance. Their association with the BJP, a contentious issue in the Valley, has alienated significant sections of the electorate, as evidenced during the Lok Sabha polls.

Meanwhile, Mehbooba Mufti's People's Democratic Party (PDP) is facing an uphill battle to remain relevant in Kashmir's shifting political landscape.

Once a formidable force, the PDP has been on the defensive since its alliance with the BJP during the previous assembly term ended acrimoniously.

With dwindling support and an electorate disillusioned by her party's past decisions, the PDP is fighting against the odds to stay politically relevant.

As the election campaign intensifies, the NC-Congress alliance appears well-positioned to take advantage of the current political climate. With BJP-aligned parties in disarray and the PDP facing significant challenges, this alliance has a strong chance of shaping the future political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Published 23 August 2024, 07:44 IST

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