Jammu and Kashmir: What to expect as elections return? DW 08/22/2024
Briefly

Jammu and Kashmir is set for its first local elections since 2014, polling from September 18 to October 1, reflecting a crucial democratic process after years of conflict and violence.
The revocation of Jammu and Kashmir's semi-autonomous status in 2019 marked a significant shift in governance, with New Delhi exercising more direct control over the region's administration.
Despite local elections, the authorities in Jammu and Kashmir will still have to defer many crucial decisions on economic and security matters to the national government, emphasizing limited autonomy.
The PDP is advocating for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood, protesting against the loss of its former status and expressing dissatisfaction with recent administrative changes.
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