Modi Campaigns in Doda Ahead of Assembly Elections

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, marks the first visit by a Prime Minister in 42 years and comes ahead of critical assembly elections in the region. Modi's rally aims to bolster support for the BJP, which is contesting all 43 Assembly seats in the Jammu division in the first elections since the abrogation of Article 370. Tight security measures have been implemented following recent terrorist encounters in the area. Modi will also address a rally in Kurukshetra, Haryana, where the BJP faces significant challenges, including internal rebellions and the impact of recent farmer protests. The Jammu and Kashmir elections will be held in three phases on September 18, 25, and October 1, with counting on October 8, while Haryana's polling is set for October 5. Both elections are seen as crucial for the BJP's political future.