In downtown Srinagar, a Kashmiri Pandit temple and a mosque stand close together, symbolizing communal harmony. Local Muslims support the Purushyar temple, reflecting the enduring spirit of 'Kashmiriyat.

Reflecting on the challenges faced by Kashmiri Pandits since their migration to Jammu in 1990, Bhat noted a significant improvement in the region's atmosphere since 2018, marked by the end of stone pelting and curfews.

From Omar Abdullah and Ravinder Raina to Altaf Bukhari and Tariq Hamid Karra, here's a look at the key candidates in the second phase of the 2024 Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections.