• 542/542 TARGET 272
  • BJP+

    354BJP+

  • CONG+

    90CONG+

  • OTH

    98OTH

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Srinagar Lok Sabha Elections

Srinagar is one of 6 Lok Sabha constituencies in the northern state of Jammu and Kashmir and will cast its vote in the 2019 election on April 18.

Srinagar Lok Sabha constituency covers 15 assembly segments – Kangan, Ganderbal, Hazratbal, Zadibal, Idgah, Khanyar, Habba kadal, Amira Kadal, Sonawar, Batmaloo, Chadoora, Budgam, Beerwah, Khansahib and Chrari-Sharif.

In the 2014 Lok Sabha election, Tariq Hameed Karra of the Peoples Democratic Party- won by a margin of over 42 thousand votes. He had defeated Farooq Abdulla of Jammu & Kashmir National Conference. Karra had secured 157923 votes while Abdulla got 115643 votes.

The voter turnout figure was at 71.93 percent across 1546 polling stations. Other members in the fray werer Aga Syed Mohsin who was an Independent and Fayaz Ahmad Bhat of the BJP

Karra resigned from the Lok Sabha in 2016 and joined the Indian National Congress in 2017. In the bi-elections held that year, Farooq Abdullah defeated PDP's Nazir Ahmad Khan by winning over 48 thousand votes.

In the year 2009, Dr. Farooq Abdullah of the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference defeated PDP candidate Iftikhar Hussain Ansari. Abdullah secured 147035 votes while Ansarai managed to get 116793 votes.

Some of the other candidates in the fray were Avtar Kishan Pandita of the BJP and Independent candidate Mohd Alyas Kumar.

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Candidates Party Status Votes
Farooq Abdullah JKNC

Won

106750
Aga Syed Mohsin JKPDP

Lost

36700
Irfan Raza Ansari JKPC

Lost

28773
Sheikh Khalid Jehangir BJP

Lost

4631
Bilal Sultan IND

Lost

1630
Nota NOTA

Lost

1566
Abdul Rashid Banday IND

Lost

1537
Nazir Ahmad Sofi MNP

Lost

1507
Showkat Hussain Khan JD(U)

Lost

1250
Abdual Rashid Ganie JKNPP

Lost

791
Sajjad Ahmad Dar IND

Lost

613
Abdul Khaliq Bhat SHS

Lost

578
Nazir Ahmad Lone RJKP

Lost

506

Srinagar News

Civilian Succumbs To Injuries In Anantnag Encounter, Death Toll Climbs To 3

Civilian Succumbs To Injuries In Anantnag Encounter, Death Toll Climbs To 3

The situation remains tense as security forces continue their pursuit of the terrorists in the area.

Aug 11, 2024, 09:49 AM IST
Kashmir Faces Heat Wave, Declining River Levels, And Weather Warnings Amid Dry Spell

Kashmir Faces Heat Wave, Declining River Levels, And Weather Warnings Amid Dry Spell

Srinagar was warmer than the Jammu division today, with temperatures settling more than 5.7 degrees Celsius above normal.  

Jul 23, 2024, 15:37 PM IST
J&K: Palestinian Flag Waved, Anti-US Slogans Chanted During Muharram Procession

J&K: Palestinian Flag Waved, Anti-US Slogans Chanted During Muharram Procession

The participants of the Muharram procession in Jammu and Kashmir carried Palestine flags, and slogans against Israel and the United States were heard.

Jul 15, 2024, 18:37 PM IST
Muharram Procession Scheduled to Occur Today in Srinagar

Muharram Procession Scheduled to Occur Today in Srinagar

The organisers have been asked that they shall not hoist any flag depicting provocative slogans or text or photos of any terror outfits or the logos of banned organisations at both national and

Jul 15, 2024, 07:57 AM IST
Security Challenges Escalate in J&K Amid Evolving Terrorist Tactics, 'Hidden Terrorism' Trend Emerges

Security Challenges Escalate in J&K Amid Evolving Terrorist Tactics, 'Hidden Terrorism' Trend Emerges

Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir grapple with evolving terrorist tactics, emphasizing the need for heightened surveillance and human intelligence to counter the growing threat.

Jul 14, 2024, 13:59 PM IST
Supporters Dance And Raise Slogans At Lal Chowk As Election Fever Grips J&K

Supporters Dance And Raise Slogans At Lal Chowk As Election Fever Grips J&K

While PDP and Apni Party candidates filed their nominations in Srinagar today, the National Conference candidate will file his papers tomorrow. 

Apr 24, 2024, 21:10 PM IST
J&K Hosts First Ever Formula -4 Car Race On The Banks of Dal Lake: Watch

J&K Hosts First Ever Formula -4 Car Race On The Banks of Dal Lake: Watch

The primary objective behind organizing the Formula-4 race was to promote adventure tourism in Kashmir and ignite a passion for motorsports among the youth of the valley.

Mar 18, 2024, 12:40 PM IST
Dream Come True: Meet Kashmir's Nazim Nazeer, PM Modi's 'Friend' Who Got A Selfie With Him During Srinagar Visit

Dream Come True: Meet Kashmir's Nazim Nazeer, PM Modi's 'Friend' Who Got A Selfie With Him During Srinagar Visit

The Prime Minister also posted a tweet along with the selfie with Nazim Nazeer and referred to him as his friend.

Mar 07, 2024, 19:04 PM IST
1 Dead, 1 Missing After Avalanche Hits Gulmarg Ski-Resort; Rescue Operation Underway

1 Dead, 1 Missing After Avalanche Hits Gulmarg Ski-Resort; Rescue Operation Underway

The avalanche hit the Khilan Marg area on Afarwat Peak in the famous ski destination Gulmarg on Thursday afternoon.

Feb 22, 2024, 16:22 PM IST
Srinagar's Famous Dal Lake Freezes As Severe Cold Conditions Continue In Kashmir

Srinagar's Famous Dal Lake Freezes As Severe Cold Conditions Continue In Kashmir

As temperatures plummet, sections of Dal Lake transform into a vast frozen expanse, posing challenges for Shikara owners navigating their boats through the icy waters. 

Jan 02, 2024, 18:41 PM IST
'Naya Kashmir': New Year Celebration Takes Centerstage At Historic Lal Chowk Defying Terrorism

'Naya Kashmir': New Year Celebration Takes Centerstage At Historic Lal Chowk Defying Terrorism

The locals as well as the tourists visiting Kashmir Valley attended the function and were extremely excited about the celebrations at the very famous clock tower in Srinagar. 

Dec 31, 2023, 20:25 PM IST
Watch: Kashmiri Man Lovingly Kisses Life-Size Cut-Out Of PM Modi in Srinagar

Watch: Kashmiri Man Lovingly Kisses Life-Size Cut-Out Of PM Modi in Srinagar

In a heartfelt display, a man openly conveyed his affection for the Prime Minister by tenderly kissing the statue.

Dec 21, 2023, 21:24 PM IST
Jammu And Kashmir Police Cracks Terror Attack, Arrests Hybrid Terrorists For Shooting Cop

Jammu And Kashmir Police Cracks Terror Attack, Arrests Hybrid Terrorists For Shooting Cop

According to DGP RR Swain, all the terrorists were working for Pak-based handler Hamza Burhan.   

Dec 17, 2023, 15:16 PM IST
Terrorists Open Fire At Police Personnel In Srinagar's Eidgah

Terrorists Open Fire At Police Personnel In Srinagar's Eidgah

The security has been beefed up after the terrorist opened fire on a police personnel at Eidgah in Srinagar.

Oct 29, 2023, 17:43 PM IST
Who Is DSP Adil Mushtaq? Media-Savvy Kashmiri Cop Facing Grave Corruption Charges

Who Is DSP Adil Mushtaq? Media-Savvy Kashmiri Cop Facing Grave Corruption Charges

Who Is DSP Adil Mushtaq? Adil Mushtaq's arrest comes three years after the dramatic arrest of Deputy Superintendent Davinder Singh for alleged terror links in J&K. 

Sep 25, 2023, 10:46 AM IST
Anantnag Encounter: Bodies Of Col Manpreet Singh, Major Ashish Airlifted To Army Base Hospital In Srinagar

Anantnag Encounter: Bodies Of Col Manpreet Singh, Major Ashish Airlifted To Army Base Hospital In Srinagar

Anantnag Encounter: The bodies of Colonel Manpreet Singh and Major Ashish Dhonack were airlifted from Kokernag to the Army's 92 Base Hospital in the Badamibagh Cantonment, said officials. 

Sep 14, 2023, 16:19 PM IST
India Deploys Upgraded MiG-29 Fighter Jets At Srinagar Air Base To Tackle Dual Threat

India Deploys Upgraded MiG-29 Fighter Jets At Srinagar Air Base To Tackle Dual Threat

The Tridents squadron which is now also known as the ‘Defender of the North’ has replaced the MiG-21 squadron at the Srinagar air base

Aug 12, 2023, 07:48 AM IST
Big Breakthrough In J&K, 3 LeT Terror Associates Arrested With Arms In Srinagar

Big Breakthrough In J&K, 3 LeT Terror Associates Arrested With Arms In Srinagar

LeT Terror Associates Arrested: The three LT terror associates have been identified as - Imran Ahmad Najar, Waseem Ahmad Matta and Wakeel Ahmad Bhat.

Aug 04, 2023, 22:45 PM IST
Oppenheimer Creates Waves In Kashmir, Brings Back Locals To Cinema Halls

Oppenheimer Creates Waves In Kashmir, Brings Back Locals To Cinema Halls

Kashmir Valley saw the revival of cinema after three long decades. 

Jul 25, 2023, 00:51 AM IST
Major Tragedy Averted In J&K As Perfume IEDs Seized From Lashkar Terror Associate In Srinagar

Major Tragedy Averted In J&K As Perfume IEDs Seized From Lashkar Terror Associate In Srinagar

In the wake of the incident, the security for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Yatra has been heightened further.

Jul 04, 2023, 22:22 PM IST
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