J&K CM Omar Abdullah Urges PM Modi for Statehood Restoration on Birthday
J&K CM Omar Abdullah Urges PM Modi for Statehood Restoration on Birthday
On PM Modi's birthday, J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah made a powerful plea for the immediate restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood, highlighting past verbal assurances.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah marked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday on Thursday, September 17, 2026, with a direct appeal for the restoration of Statehood for the Union Territory. His message was clear and poignant:
If nothing else, give us the Statehood of Jammu and Kashmir. What else do we need?
Mr. Abdullah reiterated a long-standing demand, emphasizing that there had been repeated promises regarding the restoration of Statehood following elections. He pointed out the lack of written commitments, stating, "Nothing was put in writing. Assurances were given verbally, even in Parliament and the Supreme Court." This highlights the persistent uncertainty surrounding the region's political future despite high-level discussions and commitments.
The Chief Minister's remarks underscore the ongoing sentiment in Jammu and Kashmir for a return to its former status.
The call for Statehood restoration remains a critical political issue, with local leaders continually pushing for the fulfillment of these assurances, aiming to restore the region's autonomy and political voice.
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