When are the Budgam and Nagrota Assembly Bypolls Scheduled?
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Synopsis
The Election Commission has revealed the schedule for the Budgam and Nagrota Assembly by-elections in J&K, set for November 11. This update comes alongside the Bihar elections, highlighting significant political shifts in the region.
Key Takeaways
- By-elections for Budgam and Nagrota are on November 11.
- Vote counting will occur on November 14.
- Omar Abdullah resigned from Budgam after winning both seats.
- Devender Singh Rana’s passing led to Nagrota's vacancy.
- NC currently leads in J&K assembly seats.
Srinagar, Oct 6 (NationPress) The Election Commission has unveiled the timetable for the upcoming by-elections in the Budgam and Nagrota assembly constituencies of Jammu and Kashmir, alongside the schedule for the Bihar elections.
During a press conference in New Delhi, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar announced that the polling in Budgam and Nagrota will take place on November 11, with votes being counted on November 14.
The Budgam Assembly seat became vacant when the National Conference (NC) candidate and current Chief Minister Omar Abdullah secured victory in the 2024 Assembly elections for both Budgam and Ganderbal, opting to retain Ganderbal while resigning from Budgam.
Meanwhile, the Nagrota Assembly seat was previously held by BJP candidate Devender Singh Rana, who sadly passed away in October 2024, leading to this vacancy.
The J&K legislative assembly comprises 90 seats, with 47 located in the Valley and 43 in the Jammu division.
Currently, the NC holds 42 seats, BJP 29, Congress 6, PDP 3, CPI M 1, PC 1, AIP 1, AAP 1, along with 6 independent candidates, five of whom later joined the NC.
In terms of Lok Sabha representation, J&K has five seats, with the BJP holding two, the NC also two, and one seat represented by incarcerated AIP leader Engineer Rashid.
Notably, Engineer Rashid won the Baramulla Lok Sabha seat while imprisoned in Tihar Jail, defeating NC's Omar Abdullah by over 2 lakh votes.
Point of View
The recent announcement by the Election Commission regarding the Budgam and Nagrota assembly bypolls signifies a crucial moment for J&K's political landscape. The outcomes will be pivotal in shaping the region's governance and representation in the legislative assembly.
NationPress
06/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the date for the Budgam and Nagrota Assembly bypolls?
The bypolls for Budgam and Nagrota Assembly constituencies are scheduled for November 11, with vote counting on November 14.
Why did Budgam's assembly seat become vacant?
The Budgam assembly seat became vacant after Omar Abdullah won in both Budgam and Ganderbal and chose to resign from Budgam.
Who was the previous representative for the Nagrota seat?
The Nagrota Assembly seat was held by Devender Singh Rana of the BJP, who passed away in October 2024.
How many seats are there in the J&K legislative assembly?
The J&K legislative assembly consists of 90 seats, with 47 in the Valley and 43 in the Jammu division.
Who currently holds the majority in J&K's assembly?
As of now, the National Conference holds 42 seats, followed by the BJP with 29 seats.
