Voter Motivation and Local Governance in Jammu and Kashmir

Tomorrow, on October 8th, the Election Commission will reveal the results of the much-anticipated Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections — the first to be held in a decade. With voting spread across three phases, this election has seen a surge in political activity, with parties vying to reshape the region’s future.

In today’s episode, The Indian Express’ Naveed Iqbal joins us to take a deep dive into how these elections have unfolded, the core issues driving voter sentiment, and what’s really at stake for the people of J&K. She provides on-ground insights into the key narratives and power dynamics that could define the region’s path ahead.

Hosted and produced by Shashank Bhargava
Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar