BJP leader Anurag Thakur hails J&K DDC result, says democracy has bloomed in J&K. "Democracy has bloomed in J&K and the people's ballot has emerged mightier than the bullet. India’s flag and peoples will are the winners," he said. "I thank the people of J&K for choosing the ballot, for rejecting the boycott and reposing their faith in Indian democracy. I also extend my wishes to all the election officials who ensured a free and fair election," Anurag Thakur said, adding that BJP has emerged with a historic mandate.