BJP’s Ravinder Raina Confident of Winning 35 Seats in J&K Assembly Elections

GG News Bureau
Jammu, 7th Oct. Jammu and Kashmir BJP chief Ravinder Raina expressed confidence on Monday that his party will emerge as the single largest party in the region by securing 35 seats in the upcoming assembly elections. He said that the BJP plans to form a government with the support of like-minded and independent candidates, who are expected to win around 15 seats.

Raina told reporters that the nomination of five MLAs by the Lieutenant Governor is being conducted in accordance with the Reorganisation Act. “We are confident of winning 35 seats in Jammu and Kashmir, and with the support of independents and like-minded groups, we will cross the majority mark of 50 to form the government,” he stated.

Highlighting the public’s support for the BJP, Raina noted that the large crowds at rallies featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah demonstrate a strong endorsement of the party’s vision for development and peace. He added that the Congress party would face a “crushing defeat” in these elections.

Regarding alliances, Raina confirmed that while the BJP has supported 15 independent and like-minded candidates, there are no ties with Engineer Rasheed’s party. “They will score a victory. We will be the largest voted party in Jammu and Kashmir,” he asserted.

As the counting of votes approaches, the BJP is convening a crucial meeting at its headquarters, with senior leaders Tarun Chugh and Ram Madhav participating. On the nomination of five MLAs, Raina reiterated that the Lieutenant Governor’s actions are lawful and in line with the Reorganisation Act.

The counting of votes for the 90-member Jammu and Kashmir Assembly is scheduled for Tuesday.