Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Farooq Abdullah Urges Centre for J&K Statehood Restoration
Farooq Abdullah, the president of the National Conference, has asked the Central government to quickly pass a bill to make Jammu and Kashmir a state again.
He says the people have waited long enough and that this is not just a political demand but a constitutional and democratic necessity.
Abdullah also praised the current government's efforts in handling recent bad weather and helping the affected people.
He urged all party members to stay with the people and help them during this time.
Farooq Abdullah urges the Centre to introduce and pass a bill for the restoration of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament.
Abdullah emphasizes that the restoration of statehood is a constitutional and democratic imperative.
He commends the Omar Abdullah-led government for its prompt and compassionate response to recent inclement weather in Jammu and Kashmir.
Abdullah urges all party legislators and workers to stay on the ground and assist affected people.
The National Conference chief highlights the importance of public service and addressing the grievances of affected families promptly.
- Who
- Farooq Abdullah, National Conference president
- What
- Urging the Centre to introduce and pass a bill for the restoration of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir
- When
- During the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Why
- To fulfil the government's repeated commitments and restore democratic rights and dignity to the people of Jammu and Kashmir
Pro-Statehood Restoration
Government's Stance
Urgency of Statehood Restoration
Pro-Statehood Restoration
Farooq Abdullah emphasizes the immediate need for restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, calling it a constitutional and democratic imperative.
Government's Stance
The Central government has not yet responded to the demand, indicating a possible delay or different priorities.
- Demand
- Restoration of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir
- Current Status
- Union Territory
- Key Figure
- Farooq Abdullah, National Conference president
- Session
- Ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament
- Recent Event
- Inclement weather in Jammu and Kashmir