In the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called for the restoration of the state's special status. He explained that Jammu and Kashmir has the right to be respected and to make decisions about its own land and resources. He emphasized that the people of the region should have control over their own employment and economy, without relying on outside investors. Omar Abdullah stressed that the state's wealth, built by its people, should not be sold off to others, and that they should not be left in poverty. He said that the demand for statehood is a way to protect the region’s identity and existence, ensuring that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are treated with dignity and respect. He argued that without statehood, the region's rights and identity are at risk.
09 November,2024 03:01 PM IST
On November 5, J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah referenced former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in an assembly session, saying that if India had followed Vajpayee's approach to Jammu and Kashmir, the situation might have been different.
05 November,2024 05:41 PM IST
National Conference President Farooq Abdullah strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district, which claimed the lives of a doctor and five laborers. He questioned the terrorists' motives, asking what they aim to accomplish through such senseless violence. Abdullah firmly stated that Kashmir will never become part of Pakistan and called on Pakistan's leadership to stop supporting terrorism in order to foster better relations with India.
21 October,2024 06:31 PM IST
Terrorists targeted an Indian Army convoy in Jammu & Kashmir's Kathua on July 8, resulting in the tragic loss of five soldiers' lives and injuring four othersAfter five Army personnel were killed in an ambush by terrorists in Kathua district on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway on July 9th, Farooq Abdullah, JKNC Chief, strongly criticized Pakistan. He blamed Pakistan for supporting terrorism and urged them to stop before it's too late. Abdullah emphasized that terrorism and peace talks can't happen together. He called for global pressure on Pakistan and warned against aggression, saying it would only harm them further. He questioned Pakistan's gains from terrorism and warned them of consequences if they continue. Abdullah stressed the need for Pakistan to choose the path of peace for better relations, stating that terrorism leads only to destruction.
09 July,2024 03:44 PM IST
Home Minister Amit Shah take on JKNC chief Farooq Abdullah ‘Pakistan has nuke’ remark and asserted that PoK is part of India. Further he attacked opposition over ‘respect Pak’ remark and said, respect Pakistan means what? Give up PoK?He said, “As far as PoK is concerned, it is not only the commitment of the BJP but also the commitment of the Parliament of the country. PoK is a part of India and we have rights over it. No one can deny that...Farooq Abdullah and Congress leaders are saying that Pakistan has an atom bomb, so respect them...will an Atomic power with a 130 cr population Bharat, be scared of someone and give up its right? Rahul Baba should explain to the country what are their alliance leaders saying, respect Pakistan? Give up PoK?.. Never!”JKNC chief Farooq Abdullah said, “If the defence minister is saying it then go ahead. Who are we to stop? But remember, they (Pakistan) are also not wearing bangles. It has atom bombs, and unfortunately, that atom bomb will fall on us”.
16 May,2024 11:58 AM IST
After Farooq Abdullah’s ‘Let J&K go to hell’ remark sparked furore, the National Conference chief issued a clarification. While talking to ANI, Farooq said, “We will not stand with any another country, but at least respect us, try to win our hearts. This is why I used these words. I am clarifying”. A day after the Supreme Court upheld the abrogation of Article 370, National Conference Chief and former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah on December 12 said on the Article 370 Verdict, “Let Jammu and Kashmir go to hell. They (Government) made Jammu and Kashmir a hell.” In a landmark move, the Supreme Court Constitution Bench unanimously upheld the abrogation of Article 370 of J&K on Dec 11. A 5-Judge bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud pronounced the verdict and called Article 370 “Temporary Provision”.
12 December,2023 06:01 PM IST
A day after the Supreme Court upheld the abrogation of Article 370, National Conference Chief and former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah on December 12 said on the Article 370 Verdict, “Let Jammu and Kashmir go to hell. They (Government) made Jammu and Kashmir a hell.” In a landmark move, the Supreme Court Constitution Bench unanimously upheld the abrogation of Article 370 of J&K on Dec 11. A 5-Judge bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud pronounced the verdict and called Article 370 “Temporary Provision”. The Apex Court has directed ECI to conduct elections to the Legislative Assembly of J&K by Sept 2024. PM Modi in a tweet, welcomed the verdict terming it historic, a beacon of hope and a promise of a brighter future.
12 December,2023 05:16 PM IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Jammu & Kashmir National Conference Chief Farooq Abdullah engaged in a heated exchange on December 06 in the Parliament Winter Session over the Kashmir issue. Notably, Lok Sabha on Dec 06 passed two bills relating to Jammu and Kashmir namely the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2023. The Home Minister Amit Shah in his reply to the debate targeted the Congress and stated that the people suffered due to “two blunders” of India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru - declaring “premature ceasefire” and taking the issue to the United Nations.
10 December,2023 06:00 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is celebrating his 73rd birthday on September 17, 2023. On the occasion of PM Modi’s birthday, leaders like President of India Droupadi Murmu, Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal, Congress Rajya Sabha MP Pramod Tiwari, National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah, Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Union Minister Anurag Thakur extended birthday wishes to PM Modi.
17 September,2023 01:17 PM IST
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on May 30 sharply reacted to the ace Indian wrestlers’ decision of immersing their medals in river Ganga as a mark of protest against the WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, demanding his arrest. He expressed displeasure and called it a disgrace to the nation. Mamata Banerjee, Farooq Abdullah also slammed centre and demanded FIR against Brij Bhushan.
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