Narendra Modi's party is noticeably absent in Kashmir, where people are beginning to put their faith in democracy

In India's elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party is notably absent in Kashmir following his removal of its special status in August 2019.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision to remove Kashmir's special status has proved deeply unpopular in the region - but people who speak out against him have to do so in hushed tones for fear of retribution.