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.
17 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Congress will join Omar Abdullah's protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi to advocate for statehood restoration and "Statehood Plus" for Jammu and Kashmir.
21 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, declared that statehood is necessary to restore the Union Territory's special status.
— Indian Express
Omar Abdullah led a protest demanding statehood for Jammu and Kashmir, despite logistical challenges and competing demonstrations.
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