The party had decided to field advocate Mohammad Saleem Parray instead of Azad from the constituency, DPAP provincial president Mohammad Amin Bhat told reporters in Anantnag.

Azad emphasised the necessity for comprehensive preparations, stating, "We must be ready to triumph in every constituency, as our party is the sole trustworthy choice for the people. Others have misled and failed to serve their interests."

The DPAP chief’s announcement has left political analysts guessing the affect this will have on the Congress and other regional parties. They are of the view that this will be helpful for the Bharatiya Janata Party, which will reap significant political dividends in Jammu region.