Srinagar, Apr 23 (KNS): Amid complete shutdown across the Valley, the voting for South Kashmir's Anantnag district began on Tuesday morning, officials told KNS.

The polling started at 07:00 am and will culminate at 04:00 pm.

The polling for South Kashmir Lok Sabha constituency will be held in three phases.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelThe first phase began today while second and third will be conducted on April 29 and May 06 respectively.

18 candidates are in a fray whose fate will be decided by 529256 electors in the district.

The polling began amid tight security arrangements in the district, officials said. (KNS)