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‘Statehood must be restored’: Omar Abdullah writes to 42 parties; says people of J&K have waited long enough

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 5 August 2025 ()
Omar Abdullah has urged 42 political parties, including the Congress, to advocate for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir during the current Parliament session. He argues that downgrading a state to a Union Territory sets a dangerous precedent, emphasizing the need to uphold the constitutional rights and democratic values for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
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News video: Modi's August Shock? J&K Statehood Returns To News As Omar Abdullah Predicts Major Political Twist

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Amid a flurry of high-level meetings involving PM Modi, President Murmu, and Home Minister Amit Shah, speculation over the restoration of Jammu & Kashmir’s statehood is back in the spotlight. Former CM Omar Abdullah added fuel to the fire by calling the momentum a “gut feeling,” even as he...

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