In first Lok Sabha election post Article 370 scrapping, BJP not in the fray in 3 Kashmir seats | Explained in 5 points

BJP has not fielded candidates in 3 Lok Sabha seats in Kashmir for the first time since 1996, allowing the NC and the PDP to compete. The decision is part of a broader strategy by the BJP, with support being extended to 'patriotic' parties in the Valley.

from mint - politics BJP has not fielded candidates in 3 Lok Sabha seats in Kashmir for the first time since 1996, allowing the NC and the PDP to compete. The decision is part of a broader strategy by the BJP, with support being extended to 'patriotic' parties in the Valley.