Since becoming the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah has consistently discussed collaborating with the Centre. Following the declaration of the election outcomes, Omar stated that we are not seeking a conflict with the Center. Currently, he has been sworn in as a member of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly.
Since becoming the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah has continually emphasized the importance of collaborating with the Centre. Following the declaration of the election outcome, Omar stated our lack of desire for a conflict with the Centre. He has now resigned as Deputy Speaker in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly to join the BJP. Following this, there is speculation about whether Omar Abdullah has made a friendly gesture by appointing a BJP member as Deputy Speaker.
Prior to the announcement of the election results, Omar Abdullah was observed initiating a confrontation against the Bharatiya Janata Party and the central government. Nevertheless, following the announcement of the election results, he stated that we have no desire to engage in a conflict with anyone. We aim to collaborate with all for the improvement of the residents of Jammu and Kashmir.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah previously rejected the notion that the National Conference is a ‘Muslim party’. He mentioned that his party appointed a Hindu deputy chief minister from Jammu. He also refuted the claims that the NC is exclusively for Kashmiris and will focus solely on Kashmir. He stated that his administration will cater to every individual in Jammu and Kashmir.
Omar Abdullah mentioned, “We have appointed a deputy CM from our own party as well.” In the recent elections, it was widely believed that the National Conference catered primarily to Muslims and Kashmiris, with Jammu being excluded. We appointed a Hindu deputy CM from Jammu. What will be their response at this moment?
Contrary to this, Omar Abdullah has resigned from the Budgam assembly seat and will continue to serve as an MLA for the Ganderbal constituency.
Omar Abdullah emerged victorious in both constituencies in the latest legislative assembly polls. The Abdullah family is seen as having a strong hold over the Ganderbal seat. During his initial tenure as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, 54-year-old Omar Abdullah served as an MLA from Ganderbal from 2009 to 2014.
After this, the total count of National Conference MLAs in the 95-seat House has decreased to 41. Despite this, the party remains in control with backing from six Congress MLAs, five independents, and one MLA each from the Aam Aadmi Party and the CPI(M).