By Mumtaz Bhat
Baramulla: In the high-stakes battleground of the Baramulla Lok Sabha constituency, political fervor has reached a fever pitch as the stage is set for a showdown between seasoned stalwarts. With the formidable presence of Omar Abdullah representing the National Conference (NC) and the historical dominance of the NC and Indian National Congress (INC) in the region, the upcoming elections are poised to be a gripping spectacle.
However, amidst the established order, a formidable challenger emerges in the form of Sajad Gani Lone from the Jammu and Kashmir People’s Conference (PC). Can Lone break the streak akin to Muzaffar Hussain Beigh’s historic victory in 2014 and upset the traditional power dynamics?
With alliances shifting and newer parties gaining momentum, the contest for the Baramulla Lok Sabha seat is no longer a predictable affair. While Omar Abdullah boasts a strong political pedigree and the backing of the NC, Sajad Lone’s growing support base and strategic alliances present a formidable challenge.
As the countdown to polling day on May 20th, 2024, continues, all eyes are on Baramulla, where the battle for parliamentary representation promises to be one of the most closely watched and fiercely contested races in recent memory. Will Sajad Lone rewrite the narrative, or will Omar Abdullah maintain the stronghold of the NC and INC? The answer lies in the hands of the electorate as they prepare to cast their votes in this pivotal election.
The race features a formidable lineup including Omar Abdullah of the National Conference (NC), Sajad Gani Lone representing the Jammu and Kashmir People’s Conference (PC), Mir Mohammad Fayaz from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), and the incarcerated Abdul Rashid Sheikh, popularly known as Er Rashid, running as an independent candidate.
