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Bridging the divide in J&K

Hindustan Times Delhi

November 04, 2025

The Centre must empower the elected government, address the demand for statehood favourably

The Omar Abdullah ministry took oath in October last year in an atmosphere of hope, and on the promise that statehood for Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) would be restored. That has not happened in these many months. In an interview with this newspaper, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah elaborated how the absence of statehood and executive powers — these remain with the lieutenant governor (LG) —has reduced the elected government toa toothless entity. His concerns are valid.

Two issues need immediate redress.

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