Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, while presenting the state's budget thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. He said, “This year we actively engaged with the Central government resulting in the formation of an expert committee to resolve financial issues. I met with the PM, HM and Union Finance Minister… I sincerely thank the honourable Prime Minister, Union Home Minister, Union Finance Minister for their unwavering support in strengthening J&K’s fiscal health and realizing its vision for growth and prosperity…”
12 March,2025 09:26 PM ISTDuring a recent session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah voiced his doubts about External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar’s claim on bringing Pakistan-occupied Kashmir back under Indian control. He asked pointedly whether the central government had ever truly taken steps to reclaim the territory, calling into question the bold assertions made.
07 March,2025 02:23 PM ISTIn the 119th episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi, along with athletes Neeraj Chopra and Nikhat Zareen, talked about the growing problem of obesity. He stressed the importance of reducing obesity and suggested cutting down on cooking oil in daily meals. PM Modi also nominated several influential people, including J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Anand Mahindra, and Sudha Murty, to join the campaign against obesity. The Prime Minister encouraged these individuals to inspire 10 others each to support the cause. Omar Abdullah joined the campaign and nominated 10 more public figures, such as Deepika Padukone, Irfan Pathan, and Supriya Sule. The initiative aims to fight obesity and reduce cooking oil consumption in everyday life.
24 February,2025 05:00 PM ISTOn January 13, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah praised Prime Minister Modi for the Sonamarg tunnel project and the smooth conduct of elections. He acknowledged that there were no complaints of irregularities or misuse of power during the elections, crediting Modi, his team, and the Election Commission. Omar expressed hope that PM Modi would soon fulfill his promise to restore the state’s full status. He thanked the Prime Minister for visiting the region despite the cold weather and highlighted Modi’s long-standing connection with Jammu and Kashmir. Omar also expressed the hope that Modi would visit the region more often, stay with the people, and share in their joy.
13 January,2025 04:00 PM ISTOn January 6, Jammu and Kashmir's former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for virtually inaugurating the new Jammu Railway Division. He mentioned that this was a long-awaited demand of the people. Abdullah congratulated the people of Jammu, highlighting that the new railway division would bring benefits not just to Srinagar but also to Jammu. He emphasized that it could boost trade and tourism in the region. Abdullah assured the people of Jammu that the introduction of train services to Srinagar would not harm Jammu. On the contrary, he said, it would bring economic benefits to the area, strengthening the region’s connectivity and overall growth.
06 January,2025 04:04 PM ISTIn 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 ISTOn 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 ISTAfter 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 ISTA 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 ISTMarking another day in the history of J&K, the Supreme Court on Dec 11 upheld the abrogation of Article 370. The SC’s Constitution Bench unanimously upheld the abrogation of Article 370 which gave special status to J&K. A 5-judge bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud pronounced the Article 370 verdict and called Article 370 “Temporary Provision”. Home Minister Amit Shah welcomed the SC’s verdict. Amid the decision Home Minister Amit Shah lashed out at the Opposition over their stance over the article. He further advised Oppostion to take SC’s verdict as lesson and asked them to improve.
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