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J-K Rajya Sabha Drama: Why Rejected Votes Cost NC Fourth Seat Victory

National Conference candidate Sajjad Ahmad Kichloo expressed gratitude for his Rajya Sabha victory from Jammu and Kashmir. He revealed that rejected votes were the reason the party couldn't secure the fourth seat. Meanwhile, BJP's Sat Sharma won his seat and thanked top party leadership including PM Modi. The ruling NC ultimately won three seats while BJP secured one in the closely watched elections.

Key Points: Sajjad Kichloo Wins Rajya Sabha Seat But NC Loses Fourth

  • National Conference wins three Rajya Sabha seats in Jammu and Kashmir elections
  • BJP President Sat Sharma secures victory with 32 votes against NC
  • Four Rajya Sabha seats were vacant since February 2021 retirement
  • Bypolls scheduled for Nagrota and Budgam assembly constituencies in November
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Some votes were rejected, which is why we lost fourth seat: Sajjad Ahmad Kichloo after winning Rajya Sabha seat from J-K

National Conference wins 3 Rajya Sabha seats in J-K, BJP takes one. Sajjad Kichloo reveals rejected votes cost NC fourth seat as celebrations begin.

"We won the first three seats, but unfortunately, some votes were rejected, which is why we lost the fourth seat - Sajjad Ahmad Kichloo"

Srinagar, October 24

National Conference (NC) candidate Sajjad Ahmad Kichloo on Friday expressed gratitude to his party and supporters following his win in the Rajya Sabha seat from Jammu and Kashmir

Speaking to ANI, Sajjad Ahmad Kichloo said, "I want to thank god and my party for this victory... I cannot even begin to explain how happy people are... We won the first three seats, but unfortunately, some votes were rejected, which is why we lost the fourth seat..."

Jammu and Kashmir unit BJP President Sat Sharma, who won the Rajya Sabha election, also expressed gratitude to the top party leadership, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for his candidature.

Sharma told reporters, "Everyone has supported the BJP. I thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah ji, and BJP National President JP Nadda ji for my candidature for this Rajya Sabha seat. We have 28 members, but four others supported us by listening to their inner voices. Was it wrong on the part of four members to listen to their inner voice?"

Celebrations held at Sat Sharma's residence following his victory.

The ruling Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) won three Rajya Sabha seats in Jammu and Kashmir (J-K) on Friday, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured one seat.

According to the party, senior JKNC leader Choudhary Mohammad Ramzan was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Jammu and Kashmir, winning by 58 votes. Fellow party members, Sajad Kichloo and Shammi Oberoi, were also declared winners.

In a post on X, the National Conference said, "JKNC senior leader Choudhary Mohammad Ramzan has been elected to the Rajya Sabha from Jammu Kashmir, winning by 58 votes. Congratulations!"

Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir BJP President Sat Paul Sharma won with 32 votes, leaving NC's Imran Nabi Dar with 22 votes.

All four Rajya Sabha seats in Jammu and Kashmir had been vacant since February 2021, following the retirement of Ghulam Nabi Azad, Mir Mohammad Fayaz, Shamsher Singh, and Nazir Ahmed Laway.

Meanwhile, bypolls for the Nagrota and Budgam assembly constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir are scheduled for November 11, following the demise of MLA Devender Singh Rana and Omar Abdullah's resignation, respectively.

- ANI

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Priya S
"Listening to their inner voices" - what a diplomatic way to describe cross-voting! 😄 But seriously, NC should investigate why votes got rejected. Every vote matters in our democracy.
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Arjun K
Good to see democratic processes continuing smoothly in J&K. Both parties have their share of wins. Hope the elected representatives work for development of the region. 🙏
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Sarah B
The vote rejection issue needs proper investigation. If there were genuine errors in voting process, it should be addressed to maintain faith in our electoral system. Democracy works only when every vote counts.
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Vikram M
NC winning 3 out of 4 seats shows their strong presence in the region. BJP's single seat victory with "inner voice" support makes for interesting political dynamics. Looking forward to the assembly bypolls next month!
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Michael C
While I respect both parties, I wish politicians would focus more on their development agenda rather than just celebrating victories. The people of J&K need concrete progress, not just political statements.

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