In a recent interview on Geo News, Pakistan`s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif expressed strong support for the Congress-National Conference (NC) alliance in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing their shared goal of restoring Article 370. He indicated a "high probability" of the alliance forming a government in the region, which is currently experiencing its first elections since the revocation of its special status in 2019. This statement came amidst heightened political activity, with the BJP`s Shehzad Poonawalla launching a fierce critique of the opposition alliance. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to address a rally in Srinagar today, under tight security measures. The elections, crucial for the political landscape in Jammu and Kashmir, are set to proceed with polling for the second and third phases on September 25 and October 1, respectively. As tensions rise, the region`s future remains a focal point of both national and international interest.