Ghulam Nabi Azad’s Party Announces Candidates for Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections
As the dates for the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections have been announced, political parties are gearing up for the electoral battle. In this context, Ghulam Nabi Azad’s party, the Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP), has released its first list of candidates for the assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, featuring 13 nominees. The announcement was made by the party’s general secretary, R.S. Chib.
Political Landscape and Upcoming Candidates
In addition to DPAP, several other parties are also preparing their candidate lists. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is expected to announce its candidates soon, following a meeting of their central election committee where final decisions on nominees will be made. Meanwhile, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), led by Mehbooba Mufti, has already revealed three of its candidates.
Notable Candidates from DPAP
The DPAP’s candidate list includes several prominent former ministers and legislators. Noteworthy candidates include:
| Candidate Name | Constituency |
|---|---|
| Abdul Majid Wani | Doda (former minister) |
| Mohammad Amin Bhatt | Devsar (former MLA) |
| Mohammad Aslam Goni | Bhadarwah (former Advocate General) |
| Salim Parrey | Duru |
| Munir Ahmed Mir | Lolab |
| Ahmad Deva | Anantnag (West) |
| Ghulam Nabi Wani | Rajpora (Nellora) |
| Mir Altaf Hussain | Anantnag |
| Kaiser Sultan Ganai | Ganderbal (Jin) |
| Nisar Ahmed Lone | Gurez |
| Ghulam Nabi Bhatt | Eidgah |
| Amir Ahmed Bhatt | Khanayar |
| Peer Bilal Ahmed | Hazratbal |
Previous Election Performance and Strategies
The DPAP’s performance in the previous Lok Sabha elections was disappointing, leading the party to consider strategic alliances with leaders who have recently parted ways from other political parties. Notably, Amir Ahmed Bhatt, who contested the Lok Sabha elections from Srinagar, faced defeat. As the upcoming assembly elections loom, all eyes are on Jammu and Kashmir, with results for the first phase of voting, covering 24 assembly seats, to be announced on October 4.
Key Takeaways
In summary, as the political climate in Jammu and Kashmir heats up, Ghulam Nabi Azad’s DPAP is making significant moves by nominating seasoned professionals for the assembly elections. The competition among various parties including BJP and PDP is intensifying, promising an engaging electoral season ahead.
