The electoral landscape of the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency witnessed a flurry of activity today as nine additional candidates threw their hats into the ring, filing their nomination papers for the upcoming parliamentary elections.
Set against the backdrop of heightened political fervor, these developments mark a significant juncture in the electoral trajectory of the region, as preparations intensify for the second phase of polling slated for April 26 in Jammu and Kashmir.
The eclectic mix of candidates representing diverse political ideologies and affiliations underscores the vibrant democratic tapestry of the constituency. Among the notable contenders who filed their nomination papers today are Raman Bhalla from the Indian National Congress, Ankur Sharma from Ekam Sanatan Bharat Dal (URPP), and Swami Divya Nand from the J&K Nationalist People’s Front. Additionally, Shikha Bandral from the National Awami United Party and independent candidates Raj Kumar, Shaber Ahmed, Dr. Prince Raina, Karanjit, and Bansi Lal also threw their hats into the electoral arena, adding further dynamism to the electoral discourse.
The Office of the Returning Officer for the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency served as the focal point for this surge in electoral activity, witnessing a steady stream of candidates submitting their nomination papers. With the inclusion of these nine candidates, the total tally of contenders vying for representation in the 5-Jammu parliamentary constituency now stands at thirteen, setting the stage for a keenly contested electoral battle.
As the deadline for filing nomination papers draws near, aspiring candidates have until April 04, 2024, to formalize their candidature, with the window closing at 03:00 PM. Against this backdrop, the political landscape of the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency brims with anticipation and fervor, as stakeholders and voters alike await the unfolding of this electoral saga with bated breath.
