J-K Assembly Elections: PM Modi to Address Mega Rally in Doda

In a historic move, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Doda, Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, making him the first Prime Minister to campaign in the district in over 40 years

In a historic move, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Doda, Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, making him the first Prime Minister to campaign in the district in over 40 years, a significant milestone in the region’s political landscape. The rally will be held at the Doda stadium, and extensive security measures will be in place. Union Minister G Kishan Reddy underscored the visit’s significance, pointing out that it’s the first time a Prime Minister has visited Doda, Jammu and Kashmir since 1982, a gap of over four decades. The rally aims to boost the electoral prospects of BJP candidates in the Chenab Valley region. Multi-tier security has been deployed across Doda and Kishtwar districts to ensure a peaceful and smooth conduct of the election rally. PM Modi’s visit is expected to boost the party’s chances in the region significantly.

The J-K Assembly elections will be held in three phases, with voting in the Chenab Valley region scheduled for September 18. This is the first Assembly election in J-K in 10 years and the first since the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A. The BJP has historically enjoyed unwavering support in the Jammu region, where it secured a clean sweep, winning all 25 seats in the 2014 Assembly polls, cementing its position as a dominant force in the region. In the Jammu region, the BJP’s electoral prowess has been on full display since 2014, when it achieved a remarkable sweep of all 25 seats, a testament to its deep-rooted support base and unparalleled political influence in the area. Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh have already addressed poll rallies in Jammu and Ramban districts, respectively.