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Multiple political parties are preparing for a fiercely contested Budgam assembly election.

Negotiations between the National Conference (NC) and Congress focus on forming a potential pre-poll alliance for the Budgam seat, with both parties considering whether to contest together or separately.

Voters will cast their ballots on November 11. Officials will count the votes on November 14 at the seat.

Political parties have announced candidates and are gearing up for a decisive fight for Budgam, as NC and Congress negotiate a potential alliance.

The Election Commission called these by-elections after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah vacated the seat last year to retain his family bastion of Ganderbal following his victory in two seats.

Voting is scheduled for Novem

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