Fawad Showkat

Srinagar, Aug 16(KNS): The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday said that Amarnath Yatra will conclude on August 19, and the final electoral roll will be published on August 20. He emphasized the commission's commitment to holding polls in J&K.

Addressing a press conference, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar stated that the total number of electors in J&K is 87.9 lakhs, with 11,838 polling stations.

Kumar announced that the Amarnath Yatra will conclude on August 19, and the final electoral roll will be published on August 20. He emphasized the commission's commitment to holding polls in J&K.

The CEC noted that the Lok Sabha polls in J&K showed a strong democratic spirit, with long queues of voters at polling stations.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelHe attributed this to the triumph of the ballot over the bullet.

The ECI also announced that 360 model polling stations will be set up in J&K, with ease of voting facilities for Kashmiri migrants. Kumar expressed his desire to strengthen democratic layers in the region.

When asked about voter turnout, Kumar expected an increase in voters, especially women, and hoped for a festive environment during the assembly polls. He highlighted the positives in J&K, including a changed security scenario.

The CEC concluded by reiterating his expectation of a higher voter turnout in the assembly polls, with increased participation from women.(KNS).