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The LAHDC Kargil election on October 4, 2023, was significant, occurring after the revocation of Jammu and Kashmir's special status in 2019. Legal disputes over election symbols and fierce campaigning marked the event. The Congress and JKNC alliance claimed victory, focusing on the region's dissatisfaction with Union Territory status. Voter turnout increased to 78%, with the return of the migrant population. The election results reflected discontent with the decision to designate Ladakh as a Union Territory. The LAHDC's authority has diminished, causing widespread dissatisfaction among the locals. The extension of the Sixth Schedule to Ladakh, recommended by the NCST, remains uncertain, adding to the region's grievances.
The INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) bloc scored its first major victory in polls to the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council-Kargil, winning 22 of 26 seats.
Srinagar, Oct 8: National Conference (NC) and Congress alliance secured absolute majority in the 5th general elections of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Kargil on Sunday. NC emerged the single largest party securing 11 seats while Congress got 8 seats. So far the result of 24 seats, out of the 30 member council, was