Assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir likely in October-November; EC to announce dates on August 16

Srinagar, 16/8: With the Supreme Court deadline for Assembly polls looming large, the Election Commission (EC) is expected to announce the much-awaited assembly poll dates for Jammu and Kashmir during a presser in New Delhi today.

According to sources, the elections are likely to be held in October or November and could be conducted in six or seven phases. This development follows years of speculation and anticipation, with political parties in the region gearing up for what could be a significant electoral excercise.