LG hails peaceful polls, congratulates NC-led alliance

Srinagar, Oct 9: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Wednesday thanked the people of Jammu and Kashmir and lauded the efforts of election officials, J&K Police and other security forces for peaceful, transparent, free and fair assembly polls.

In a social media post, the LG extended his heartiest congratulations to all the members elected to the J&K Legislative Assembly and the National Conference (NC)-led alliance for victory in polls.

The LG posted on microblogging site X: “I thank the people for empowering and strengthening democracy in J&K. I laud the efforts of Chief Electoral Officer J&K, Election Commission of India officials, J&K Police and other security forces for working tirelessly and diligently to uphold the sanctity of the ballot and successfully completing transparent, free and fair elections. My heartiest congratulations to all the members elected to the Legislative Assembly and NC-led alliance for victory in polls. Best wishes to them in the service of people.

The Constitution of India is our guiding light and I urge all to work together for the growth of J&K and welfare of people. The peaceful electoral process and participation of millions of voters is testimony to vibrant democracy and people’s faith in democratic values of the country. Today, J&K stands taller, guided by principles of good governance, people-first, social justice, and social harmony.”