The upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Udhampur-Doda constituency, slated for April 19, mark a significant test for the BJP’s Hindutva agenda following the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. The contest pits Union Minister Jitendra Singh of the BJP against Chaudhary Lal Singh, a former BJP member who founded the Dogra Swabhiman Sangathan to advocate for Dogra pride. Lal Singh’s recent alignment with the Congress adds complexity to the race, which is viewed as an ideological battleground. The BJP is eager to secure victory in the constituency, while Lal Singh’s candidacy, backed by the Congress and NC, reflects broader political dynamics in the region.
Udhampur Prepares for Post-Article 370 Era in Hotly Contested Election
![](https://affairsace-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/2024/04/19132501/20240416246L-ezgif.com-avif-to-jpg-converter-1-860x484.jpg)