Udhampur East is an assembly constituency located in Udhampur district, in Jammu and Kashmir, India. The constituency plays a significant role in the political landscape of the region and is part of the Udhampur Parliamentary constituency. Udhampur East, like much of the district, has a diverse population with significant representation from various communities, including Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs, reflecting the cultural and religious diversity of Jammu and Kashmir.
The constituency is centered around the city of Udhampur, a key administrative and economic hub in the district, known for its military presence, strategic location, and historical significance.
After the delimitation exercise in Jammu and Kashmir, Udhampur district saw the creation of a newly carved assembly constituency known as Udhampur East. This was part of the broader delimitation process aimed at redrawing boundaries and creating new constituencies to ensure better political representation in the region.
2024--BJP’s RS Pathania won Udhampur east seat in 2024—
The delimitation has been significant for Udhampur district as it aims to address disparities in population representation and improve the delivery of development projects, infrastructure, and public services, especially in a district as strategically important as Udhampur.