Introduction Udhampur, located in the Shivalik range of the Himalayas, is a picturesque district known for its mountainous terrain and rich cultural history. Famous as the land of Devika, this region is steeped in stories and folklore intertwined with the historical context of Jammu and Kashmir. Historical Significance Udhampur is named after Raja Uday Singh,…
BJP’s Pawan Kumar Gupta has claimed the Udhampur West seat with a solid margin of 20,752 votes, defeating his closest competitor, Sumeet Magotra from the Indian National Congress (INC). However, this victory goes beyond mere numbers; it tells a story of leadership, community connections, and evolving priorities in a region rich in tradition yet filled with new aspirations.
In Chenani Assembly constituency, Balwant Singh Mankotia of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) achieved a remarkable victory over his elder brother, Harsh Dev Singh of the J&K National Panthers Party (India). Mankotia’s win, by a margin of 15,611 votes, not only exceeded expectations but also reinforced the BJP’s expanding influence in the area.
In a notable win for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Jammu and Kashmir, Sunil Bhardwaj claimed victory in the Ramnagar Assembly constituency, which is reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) following the recent delimitation process. Bhardwaj triumphed over Ashri Devi of the J&K National Panthers Party (JKNPP) by a margin of 9,306 votes, further strengthening the BJP’s foothold in the Union Territory.
Election in Udhampur (East) featured a fierce contest between BJP’s Ranbir Singh Pathania and independent Candidate Pawan Khajuria, Khajuria lost by a margin of 2,349 votes
Chenani Chenani is a small town in Udhampur district in the state of Jammu & Kashmir. During Dogra rule, it was one of the most important state of the kingdom. Chenani is located at 33.03°N 75.28°E at a distance of 30 km of Udhampur District Headquarters. It has an average elevation of 1,062…
Ramnagar Ramnagar is a historical town in Udhampur district. The town is named after the Dogra king Ram Singh. Ramnagar sits on the Mansa Devi Nallah, a tributary of the River Tawi that flows through Jammu. It is located 27 km(approx) towards east from Udhampur district Headquarters. The town was once the capital of…
Udhampur The Udhampur district is located in the Shivalik range of Himalayas and the terrain is mostly mountainous. The upper reaches of district experience snowfall in the winter season. Udhampur city is located at 32.93°N 75.13°E in a relatively flatter part of the district. Udhampur is named after Raja Udham Singh, the eldest son…
Baisakhi Mela In Udhampur town of Jammu and Kashmir, a 3 day long Baisakhi mela observed at Devika Ghats every year with joy and fervour. In Dogri language, Baisakhi is also known by ‘Basoa’ (बसोआ).
Narsingh Mandir Narsingh Mandir is considered as one of the most sacred shrine of the Ramnagar Town. It is located near Old Palace, Ramnagar. The locals have deep faith in Narsingh Ji Maharaj.
