Fight for J&K’s Statehood to continue until it is restored: Omar Abdullah
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has reaffirmed his government's commitment to restoring statehood to the region. He stated that the National Conference will continue its efforts until the status of the Union Territory is reversed.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing political tensions regarding the constitutional status of Jammu and Kashmir following the 2019 abrogation of Article 370.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday (August 6, 2026) asserted that his government and the National Conference (NC) would continue their efforts for the restoration of Statehood until it is achieved.
Responding to a question on whether more steps would be taken following demonstrations across Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday seeking restoration of Statehood, Mr. Abdullah said, "Yes. We will continue our efforts until Statehood is restored." The Chief Minister made the remarks while interacting with reporters after reviewing relief and rehabilitation measures in the flood-hit Rajouri district.
His comments come days after he and NC president Farooq Abdullah led a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on July 20, demanding the restoration of Statehood and constitutional rights for Jammu and Kashmir.
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