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The upcoming Jammu and Kashmir elections have taken center stage, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to Srinagar on Thursday adding further fuel to the political fire. This visit, coinciding with the first phase of voting on September 18, highlights the BJP's strategic maneuver to consolidate support and strengthen its position in the region. The party's campaign strategy hinges on a mega rally planned at the Sher-e-Kashmir Park (SKICC), where PM Modi will address the people of the valley, aiming to connect with them and reassure them of his commitment to security and stability.
The BJP's leadership, including Ram Madhav, Ashok Koul, and Ashok Bhat, have emphasized the significance of the rally, viewing it as a crucial step in bolstering the party's presence and fostering deeper connections with the people of Jammu and Kashmir. They believe that PM Modi's address will inspire confidence among voters and reinforce the party's commitment to driving a development-focused agenda that benefits all sections of society. Their optimism stems from their belief that the people of Jammu and Kashmir have embraced the BJP and have unwavering faith in PM Modi's leadership.
However, the opposition has seized upon this visit as an opportunity to target the BJP's stance on the special status of Jammu and Kashmir. The party's move to revoke Article 370, granting special status to the region, remains a sensitive issue, and the opposition is likely to use this as a rallying point to challenge the BJP's narrative of development and security. The upcoming elections are anticipated to be fiercely contested, with the BJP facing a formidable challenge from a united opposition seeking to capitalize on the discontent stemming from the revocation of Article 370.
Source: PM's Visit To Srinagar Finalised, Opposition Targets BJP Over Special Status