Indian Kashmir prepares for first local government elections in a decade
- By Yusuf Jameel
For the first time in over a decade, elections for 90 seats in Indian-administered Kashmir's general assembly are being held. This is the first vote since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government revoked the region's semi-autonomous status. Separatist leaders and parties are participating in the election against Modi’s party. VOA’s Yusuf Jameel has more from Srinagar, Kashmir. Camera: Zubair Dar