Final Results Declared; Vikram Dhawan Tops the Tally as 11-Member Executive Committee Takes Shape
The final results for the high-stakes elections to the Executive Committee of the historic Jammu Club (2026) were officially declared following intense rounds of counting. Established in 1978, the premier institution carries a storied legacy of hosting dignitaries, heads of state, and celebrities.
The election process started after the conduct of Annual General Meeting of the Jammu Club members. The polling, which started at around 11.15 am, was concluded at 5 pm on Sunday. Out of the nearly 3200 members, a total 2750 came out to cast their vote.
A total of 19 candidates—representing doctors, engineers, legal professionals, and leading business figures—contested for the 11 coveted executive seats.
Vikram Dhawan Emerges as the Top Vote-Getter
After leading through the decisive intermediate phases, Mr. Vikram Dhawan (19) secured the first position overall, polling an impressive grand total of 2,036 votes.
Close on his heels was Dr. Ritesh Gupta (13), who finished in second place with 2,007 votes. Mr. Sidharth Samnotra (17) captured the third spot with 1,915 votes, followed closely by Dr. Meenakshi Kotwal (7) with 1,904 votes.
The contest saw shifts in momentum from the outset. In the initial first round, Dr. Meenakshi Kotwal was leading with 568 votes against Vikram Dhawan’s 566 votes. However, by the second round (where Dhawan touched 1,330 and Gupta reached 1,318) and through the final tallies, Dhawan and Gupta steadily widened their lead to cross the 2,000-vote threshold.
The top two candidates crossed the 2,000-mark, underscoring strong consensus and active voter turnout.
It is important to mention here that the newly elected members will later elect the club’s Secretary following the nomination of four candidates by the Government. The new members are elected for a term of two years (2026-28).
A total of 19 contestants were in the fray representing diverse professional backgrounds, including senior doctors, engineers, advocates, and prominent business persons. The counting of votes culminated in an enthusiastic atmosphere on the club premises as members and supporters gathered to welcome the final tallies.
The entire election process was conducted under the supervision of Returning Officer- Seema Khajooria. She was assisted by Ejaz Ahmed Tak and Anik Gupta.
The results for the fiercely contested elections to the Executive Managing Committee of the prestigious Jammu Club of Second Round Results declared in jammu club elections were declared following high-turnout voting.
In a keenly watched contest featuring 19 candidates, Mr. Vikram Dhawan secured the highest tally, emerging as the top vote-getter with 1330 votes in Second round of result.
Close to him was Mr. Ritesh Gupta, who finished in second position with 1318 votes, trailing by a margin of just two ballots Mrs. Meenakshi Kotwal took the third spot with 1268 votes, followed closely by Mr. Sidharth Samnotra with 1254 votes and Mr. Vasit Khajuria with 538 votes.
First Round Result Jammu Club Jammu
First Round Result
