Valley poll vibes shift: ‘Azadi’ cry gives way to calls for 370, statehood return

As J&K approaches its assembly elections, the focus has shifted from ‘Azadi’ and autonomy to restoring Article 370 and statehood. Key regional parties like NC and PDP are working to distance themselves from BJP affiliations. Meanwhile, BJP is striving to extend its influence beyond the Hindu-majority Jammu region.