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Omar Abdullah writes to Chief Secretary to ensure Beenish Wani faces no retribution
On October 16, 2026, Tanvir Sadiq stated that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah wrote to the Chief Secretary to ensure JKAS officer Beenish Wani faces no retribution. Kumar Rajiv Ranjan, an IAS officer, allegedly used abusive language against Wani during a Mission Yuva scheme meeting on October 15. Mehbooba Mufti, Aga Syed Ruhullah, and Naeem Akhtar demanded strict action against Ranjan.
J&K Waqf Board's uniform Friday sermon plan faces opposition from Omar Abdullah and others
On October 11, Darakshan Andrabi, chairperson of the J&K Waqf Board, met imams and khateebs in Srinagar to discuss a core committee for uniform Friday sermons. While R.S. Pathania supported the move, Omar Abdullah, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, and Naser Ul Islam criticized it as state interference. Mehbooba Mufti and leaders from PDP, JKPC, AIP, and J&K Apni Party also opposed the initiative.
Darakshan Andrabi reverses uniform Friday sermons proposal after opposition from Omar Abdullah, Mirwaiz
On October 13, 2026, Darakshan Andrabi of the J&K Waqf Board reversed her proposal for uniform Friday sermons following opposition from Omar Abdullah, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, and Mehbooba Mufti. Critics from the PDP, National Conference, JKPC, AIP, and Mutahida Majlis-e-Ulema condemned the move as interference. Junaid Azim Mattu and Sajad Lone also denounced the board's attempt to micromanage religious freedom.
J&K Waqf Board faces backlash over reported verbal instructions for uniform Friday sermons
The Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board faced criticism after an online meeting on Sunday where verbal instructions were reportedly issued to Imams for uniform Friday sermons. Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti, the J&K Peoples Conference, and the Awami Ittehad Party condemned the move. Tariq Hussain Qari and Mohammad Akram expressed resentment, while Dr Darakhshan Andrabi denied issuing any written orders.
Mehbooba Mufti opposes NC proposal to build boulevard on Dal Lake’s western shore
On Monday, October 12, 2026, Mehbooba Mufti of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) opposed a proposal by National Conference (NC) legislator Tanvir Sadiq to build a boulevard on Dal Lake’s western shore. The Environmental Policy Group (EPG) also criticized the plan, citing a 10.15% lake size reduction from 2007 to 2020. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah urged sustainable mountain development in Srinagar.
National Conference and PDP join Congress protests demanding Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over voter fraud
On October 10, 2026, the National Conference and Peoples Democratic Party joined Congress-led protests in Kashmir at the INDIA bloc's call. Protesters demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter list fraud. Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti likened Delhi’s security restrictions to Kashmir in 2019, criticizing the internet shutdown and siege tactics used against protesters.
PDP leader Abdul Kabir sparks controversy calling Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani a 'martyr'
Senior PDP leader Abdul Kabir sparked controversy in Kishtwar by calling Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, killed in 2016, a 'martyr' during a workers' convention. Amit Raina of Roots in Kashmir and BJP leader Yudhvir Sethi criticized the remarks, accusing the party of terror appeasement. Sethi demanded an apology to families of soldiers who died fighting terrorism in the Kashmir Valley.
J&K Police bust narcotics network, seize ₹2.20 crore and pistol in Srinagar
On October 1, J&K Police busted a structured narcotics network, arresting eight locals from Srinagar, including Haris Hameed Malla. Malla was apprehended in Bengaluru, Karnataka after technical surveillance. The police recovered drugs, a pistol, and ₹2.20 crore. Malla's social media account featured photos with Aga Syed Ruhullah, Surinder Choudhary, and Mehbooba Mufti, plus an unverified letter from Manoj Sinha.
Opposition to Impeach Election Chief, Plan Delhi Rally
On Wednesday, September 30, the INDIA alliance will hold a meeting to finalize strategies for nationwide protests and an impeachment motion against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The agenda follows today's Congress Working Committee resolution demanding Kumar’s removal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resignation. Leaders from multiple opposition parties, including Congress, Trinamool Congress, Left parties, and others will attend; however, Akhilesh Yadav of the Samajwadi Party and Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party will not participate in person but support the impeachment move. The first rally is set for Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan.
Mehbooba Mufti calls for protest against religious site demolitions and voter list tampering
On September 26, 2026, Mehbooba Mufti, former J&K Chief Minister and PDP president, called for a protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on September 29 against perceived injustices, including the demolition of religious sites and removal of opposition supporters from voter lists. She made this appeal in a video posted on X.
Mufti Criticizes India for Not Addressing Gaza, Iran Violence Strongly Enough
On September 12, 2026, during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Mehbooba Mufti, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, welcomed world leaders' condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack but criticized India for not addressing violence in Gaza and Iran more strongly. She emphasized that condemning terrorism must be universal without double standards. Mufti also noted BRICS's call for humanitarian aid to Gaza while stressing the need for accountability and adherence to international law. Published September 13, 2026.
Sergio Gor, U.S
On August 21, 2026, Sergio Gor, U.S. ambassador to India, stated that “J&K is an important part of India” during a visit to Srinagar, evoking mixed reactions from local political parties. Mehbooba Mufti, former Chief Minister and PDP president, criticized the statement, saying the U.S. should not dictate to India and noting changes in engagement post-2019.
