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Rajouri-Poonch Emerges as Political Force in Omar Abdullah’s Jammu & Kashmir Government

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Last updated: October 16, 2024 9:28 pm
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Only 2 Choudhary are enough to lead Jammu Division

Avinash Azad

The Rajouri-Poonch districts of Jammu division have achieved notable representation in the Omar Abdullah-led Jammu and Kashmir Government. This accomplishment comes despite the inherent challenges posed by the Union territory’s limited ministerial council.

The inclusion of representatives from these districts underscores their growing importance in the region’s political landscape and marks a shift in the distribution of power within the newly formed government.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has failed to make significant inroads in the Rajouri-Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir, despite substantial political investment. The recent elections saw the party secure only one out of eight assembly seats in the region, casting doubt on the effectiveness of its electoral strategy.

The BJP’s approach included granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to Phahari-speaking people, a move aimed at attracting non-Gujjar Muslim votes while maintaining support from Gujjar and Bakkarwal communities through separate quotas. This calculated attempt to navigate the complex socio-political landscape of the area fell short of expectations, revealing the challenges of electoral engineering in diverse regions.

A notable case study in political maneuvering is that of Ch. Zulfkar, the BJP’s defeated candidate from the Budhal assembly constituency.

Zulfkar’s political journey, marked by multiple party switches from National Conference (NC) to People’s Democratic Party (PDP), then to Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party (JKAP), and finally to BJP, ended in a humiliating defeat to NC’s Javed Iqbal Choudhary, his close relative.

In the aftermath, Zulfkar’s calls for a separate Union Territory status for the region have raised eyebrows and concerns about potential ulterior motives.

The BJP’s campaign strategy in Rajouri-Poonch differed markedly from its approach in other parts of India. The party opted for a more subdued tone, refraining from its usual hardline stance on nationalism and religious identity.

This calculated restraint reflects an understanding of the local electorate’s priorities, where issues of regional identity, tribal status, and governance take precedence over broader nationalistic rhetoric.

Despite these efforts, the National Conference emerged as the dominant force in the region. NC stalwarts like Surinder Kumar Choudhary and Javed Rana secured prominent victories, further solidifying the party’s hold over Rajouri-Poonch.

The subsequent formation of Omar Abdullah’s government, which included key leaders from these districts in the cabinet, underscores the NC’s enduring influence and its ability to balance regional aspirations with state-level politics.

The BJP’s lone victory in Kalakote-Sunderbani appears more symbolic than substantive, raising questions about the party’s long-term prospects in the area. This outcome suggests that despite national political shifts, regional dynamics and established political loyalties continue to play a crucial role in shaping the electoral landscape of Jammu and Kashmir.

The results in Rajouri-Poonch offer valuable insights into the complexities of Indian politics at the regional level. They highlight the limitations of national parties in penetrating areas with strong local identities and established political networks.

The BJP’s strategy, while ambitious, failed to resonate with the majority of voters in these districts, demonstrating the resilience of regional parties and the importance of understanding local nuances in political campaigning. As the dust settles on these elections, the political landscape of Rajouri-Poonch serves as a reminder of the diverse and complex nature of Indian democracy.

It underscores the need for political parties to adapt their strategies to local contexts and the enduring importance of grassroots connections in winning electoral support. The coming years will likely see continued political maneuvering as parties seek to consolidate their positions in this strategically important region of Jammu and Kashmir.

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