Jammu, October 11, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner Jammu Dr. Rakesh Minhas reviewed preparations for the Nagrota assembly bye-election yesterday at 2 PM in a meeting with 50 officials at the DC office. The poll, slated for November 20, covers 1.5 lakh voters in a mixed Hindu-Muslim-Sikh constituency. Minhas directed EVM checks, voter awareness drives, and security for 200 booths: “Ensure inclusivity for women and seniors; no lapses.”
For Nagrota’s residents – farmers from Akhnoor facing flood losses (70 bridges damaged) – it’s a voice amid rehab. Sarpanch Sunita Devi, 48: “Our Pahari families need fair polls.” The bye-poll, triggered by a resignation, sees BJP and NC fielding candidates. Minhas pledged 100% voter turnout push.