India to Hold First Assembly Elections in Disputed Kashmir in 10 Years

India announced three-phased assembly elections in Kashmir, the first in a decade, to be held between September 18 and October 1.
The elections come after the region was stripped of its semi-autonomy in 2019 and downgraded to a federally controlled territory.
The local assembly will have limited legislative powers, with real authority remaining with New Delhi.
Public reaction is mixed, with some residents welcoming the elections but others demanding the restoration of statehood.
The elections will be held for 90 constituencies, excluding Ladakh, with votes counted on October 4.