"This time, an electrifying election buzz fills the air of Srinagar, yet remarkably, there's a notable absence of violence. Campaign rallies resonate across every corner of Kashmir, from Srinagar's historic Jamia Masjid to Lal Chowk's Ghanta Ghar. Locals express contentment as they witness a shift in Kashmir's political landscape. Mainstream politicians, after decades, offer prayers at Kashmir's Jamia Masjid, known for its past anti-India protests. The President of the Apni Party leads prayers while campaigning for the Lok Sabha polls. Political parties boldly conduct rallies even in districts once considered 'hotbeds of terror'. BJP credits the change to improved law and order under PM Modi's leadership, while PDP asserts that this tranquility is not peace, but rather a silence enforced by authority. Amidst an atmosphere of normalcy, anticipation builds for a higher voter turnout compared to 2019."
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