Live Updates | Haryana, J&K Elections 2024: Amit Shah Mounts Attack On Congress-NC Alliance, Says Terrorism Increased During Their Term

Haryana's BJP promises financial aid and welfare schemes ahead of elections, while Jammu and Kashmir sees strong voter turnout amid renewed campaigns.

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Haryana, Jammu And Kashmir Assembly Elections: As Haryana prepares for the election on October 5, the BJP unveiled its manifesto promising monthly financial aid for women, the construction of industrial cities, free medical treatment, government jobs, housing projects, and various welfare schemes. 

Meanwhile, elections commenced in Jammu and Kashmir on September 18, showing strong voter enthusiasm in the Phase 1 turnout. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also addressed a public rally in Srinagar, reinforcing the party's presence in the region. All political parties have ramped up their campaigns for the Phase 2 polls in Jammu and Kashmir. This election is particularly significant as it marks the first time in 10 years that elections are being held following the abrogation of Article 370.

21 September 2024

19:16 IST

J&K Assembly Elections 2024 Live Updates: Amit Shash Lashes Out At Congress, Says Terrorism Increased During Their Term

Addressing a public meeting in Surankot, Jammu and Kashmir, Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, "Congress and National Conference ruled here for 35 years, terrorism increased, 40 thousand people were killed, Jammu and Kashmir remained closed for three thousand days, it remained immersed in darkness for eight years...You (Congress and National Conference) are responsible for this..."

#WATCH | Addressing a public meeting in Surankot, Jammu and Kashmir, Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, "Congress and National Conference ruled here for 35 years, terrorism increased, 40 thousand people were killed, Jammu and Kashmir remained closed for three thousand days, it… pic.twitter.com/ilD3QM0dl6

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13:13 IST

Haryana Assambly Elections Live: 'Lotus Bloom Here...,' Says Babita Phogat

Ahead of polls in Haryana BJP leader& former wrestler Babita Phogat said that they will go to the public and make a collective effort to form a govt three consecutive years.

10:40 IST

Haryana Assembly Elections Live: 'Our Alliance Will Win...,' Says JJP Leader Dushyant Chautala

JJP leader Dushyant Chautala, whose party is contesting Haryana assembly polls together with Azad Samaj Party, stated that not a single party can form a government on its own

"Our alliance will win enough number of seats and emerge as a strong player in the scenario," he said, as per PTI.

09:45 IST

Haryana Assembly Elections Live: Modi Announces 'Mera Booth Sabse Mazboot' Program 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the 'Mera Booth Sabse Mazboot' program, aimed at engaging with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers, volunteers, and supporters in the state ahead of the Haryana assembly elections on October 5.

"Our workers, volunteers and supporters have pledged to make the lotus bloom at every booth in the Haryana assembly elections," Modi on X.