Omar Abdullah to Lead Protest for J&K Statehood in Delhi on July 20
On July 20, Omar Abdullah, Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, will lead a protest in Delhi at Jantar Mantar to demand the restoration of statehood, despite potential lack of Delhi Police permission. The National Conference (NC) plans to invite INDIA bloc constituents and non-NDA parties, though major opposition participation is uncertain. NC president Farooq Abdullah urged leaders to join. Congress seeks "Statehood Plus," including internal autonomy. Omar Abdullah stated the protest will proceed regardless of Dr Mustafa Kamal's recent death.
15 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called for the return of exam control to states, citing student protests and the resignation of the Education Minister.
17 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister Omar Abdullah pledged to continue efforts to restore the state's statehood status.
4 SEPT 2026
— NDTV
Omar Abdullah and Amit Shah met to discuss restoring J&K's statehood, including governance protocols and addressing administrative hurdles.
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