Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party candidate from Budgam, Mukhtar Ahmad Dar, has started his door-to-door campaigning along with his supporters in Humhama, Gogo, and other areas of the district. Mukhtar Dar visited several households and assured residents that their long-pending demands would be fulfilled once he is elected. Residents of Humhama and adjoining areas highlighted issues such as the shortage of drinking water, poor road connectivity, and lack of basic amenities, which they said remained unresolved during the previous NC and PDP governments. Many locals expressed hope that Mukhtar Dar would address these concerns if he comes to power. Mukhtar began his campaign from his stronghold area, Humhama, where he admitted that drinking water shortages, unemployment, and poor infrastructure have worsened over the years in Budgam. He said that giving tickets to Shia leaders by other parties will not affect his vote share, as the people of Budgam are now seeking change and development. Criticizing past representatives, Mukhtar said that no previous MLA has provided real relief to the people of Budgam. Mukhtar Ahmad Dar is facing a tough contest against NC leader Agha Syed Mahmood Almosvi, PDP candidate Syed Muntazir Mehdi, and BJP candidate Agha Syed Mohsin. Despite the strong competition, Mukhtar remains optimistic about his chances, saying he will give a tough fight to both ruling and opposition candidates in Budgam.