On September 20, 2023, Jammu Municipal Corporation initiated the process for Urban Local Bodies (ULB) elections in Jammu and Kashmir, with training for officials and the dispatch of electronic voting machines (EVMs) to districts. However, amid political debates, the polls faced potential postponement due to security concerns, contradicting claims of improved security. The delay in Jammu's polls was attributed to the BJP's desire to maintain a narrative of integration following Article 370's abrogation. Opposition parties highlighted public discontent and held meetings in Jammu to address regional grievances.
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Protest, boycott by Cong; media disallowed Sanjeev K Sharma JAMMU, Oct 21: Amidst protest and boycott by the entire Congress against the ‘open ballot’ system for holding elections of Mayor and Deputy Mayor to Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), these much awaited elections were held today resulting in thumping victory of the candidates of BJP thereby paving the way for Rajinder Sharma, Councillor of Ward number 16 (New Plot area) to bag the coveted seat of Mayor and Baldev Singh Billowria, […]