Jammu, Jun 08: In a fiercely contested bi-ennial election, Arun Gupta secured a remarkable victory to be re-elected as President of the Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCI) Jammu for the 2025–2027 term, marking a record second term in office. The election, held at the Chamber House on Sunday, witnessed an impressive turnout and was conducted under the watchful supervision of the Election Committee, led by Returning Officer Shiv Partap Gupta.
Arun Gupta emerged as the clear winner with 1,461 votes, defeating his rival Rakesh Gupta, who managed to secure 1,290 votes in a closely followed contest. His victory reaffirms the confidence that the business community continues to place in his leadership.
In other significant outcomes, Anil Gupta was elected as Senior Vice President with an emphatic win, receiving 1,603 votes. His opponent, Deepak Aggarwal, trailed behind with 1,010 votes, underlining a strong mandate for Anil Gupta.
Rajeev Gupta, popularly known as Kaka, clinched the position of Junior Vice President with a commanding lead, securing 1,812 votes against Sunil Gupta (Kodha), who managed 916 votes. His decisive win reflects widespread support across the business fraternity.
Manish Gupta took charge as the new Secretary General, after defeating Rahul Mahajan by a margin of 261 votes. Manish received 1,487 votes, while Rahul secured 1,226, highlighting a competitive and engaging battle for the influential post.
Rajesh Gupta (Rinku) emerged victorious in the race for Secretary, winning with 1,496 votes over Ashu Gupta, who received 1,144 votes. The outcome added another layer of excitement to the dynamic electoral process.
For the crucial position of Treasurer, Rajesh Gupta (Raju) outperformed his competitors, gathering 1,295 votes. Manik Gupta followed with 739 votes, and Rajeev Langer received 602 votes, rounding off a multi-candidate contest that drew significant interest.
The elections were conducted in an atmosphere of discipline and fairness, earning praise from participating members and observers alike. The Election Committee was lauded for ensuring transparency, efficient procedures, and a seamless voting experience throughout the day.
This year’s elections not only underscore the vitality of democratic processes within Jammu’s business community but also set a promising tone for the Chamber’s agenda in the coming years under Arun Gupta’s experienced leadership.
