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Congress has unveiled its candidate for the Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency in the forthcoming 2024 elections, selecting Tsering Namgyal in a bid to strengthen its position in the Union Territory. The Central Election Committee approved Namgyal’s candidature, highlighting the party’s resolve to compete vigorously.
The announcement comes in response to BJP’s decision to field Tashi Gyalson, a councillor from the Lingshed constituency, as its candidate for the Ladakh seat. Gyalson previously served as chairman and chief executive councillor of the 6th Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh.
In the 2019 elections, BJP’s Jamyang Tsering Namgyal emerged victorious in Ladakh, securing a significant mandate with 42,914 votes and 33.9% of votes. However, independent candidate Sajjad Hussain also garnered substantial support with 31,984 votes.
The political landscape in Ladakh has undergone significant changes since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, leading to the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories. The people of Ladakh have been vocal in their demands for statehood and inclusion under the 6th Schedule of the Indian Constitution, as well as stronger ecological protections.
With Ladakh scheduled to go to polls on May 20, the announcement of candidates by major political parties sets the stage for an intense electoral battle in the region. As the election date approaches, the focus remains on addressing the aspirations and concerns of the people of Ladakh, amidst evolving political dynamics and demands for greater representation and rights.
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