Amid sub-zero temperature, voting begins for Budgam bypoll Amid sub-zero temperatures, voting begins for the much-anticipated Budgam by-election that will decide the fate of 17 candidates. voters have formed long queues outside several polling stations across the constituency with first-time voters also waiting to exercise their right to franchise. Several first-time voters said they believe their vote can bring the much-needed change and usher in real leadership and progress. “We shouldn’t miss our vote—it holds massive power to fulfil our basic needs,” said a young voter at a polling station. Polling began at 7:00 am and will continue till 6:00 pm under tight security arrangements across all polling stations