The National Conference (NC) won three out of four Rajya Sabha seats in Jammu and Kashmir, while the BJP secured one seat with 32 votes, despite having only 28 legislators.
This unexpected result has sparked allegations of cross-voting, suggesting that the BJP received support from opposition members or independents.
The election, the first since the abrogation of Article 370, highlights potential political maneuvering and strategic voting, raising questions about the integrity of the process.
No comment from the parties involved was available at the time of reporting.
In the first Rajya Sabha elections held in Jammu and Kashmir since 2019, the BJP's victory with 32 votes has raised eyebrows, prompting allegations of cross-voting by opposition members.
Author's summary: NC wins 3 seats, BJP secures 1 amidst cross-voting allegations.