Lesson for separatists: No one wins in divisive politicsIn the recent Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections, former militants, separatists, and Jamaat-e-Islami members ran but failed to secure any seats, with many losing their deposits. Despite this, the participation marks a shift towards mainstream politics post-Article 370 abrogation. Notable candidates defeated include Sayar Ahmad Reshi, Sarjan Ahmad Wagay, and Zaffar Habib Dar.