Despite winter chill, voting begins for Budgam, Nagrota bypoll
Budgam/Nagrora, Nov 11: Amid sub-zero temperatures, voting began for the much-anticipated Budgam by-election that will decide the fate of 17 candidates.
Reports said that voters have formed long queues outside several polling stations across the constituency with first-time voters also waiting to exercise their right to franchise.
Several first-time voters said they believe their vote can bring the much-needed change and usher in real leadership and progress.
“We shouldn’t miss our vote—it holds massive power to fulfil our basic needs,” said a young voter at a polling station.
Polling began at 7:00 am and will continue till 6:00 pm under tight security arrangements across all polling stations.
Meanwhile, the Nagrota assembly segment is also going for polls today.
Elaborate security measures have been put in place across the constituency where a triangular contest between the ruling NC, BJP and Panthers party is being witnessed.
