J&K NC to go ahead with July 20 protest at Jantar Mantar over Statehood, constitutional guarantees
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah confirmed that the National Conference will proceed with a protest at Jantar Mantar on July 20 to demand the restoration of statehood. The party is seeking support from other regional groups, though many have yet to commit or have declined to join.
Why it matters
The protest underscores the ongoing political tension regarding the constitutional status of Jammu and Kashmir and the challenges of building a unified opposition front.
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday ruled out any change in the upcoming protest plan due to the passing away of his uncle Dr. Mustafa Kamal or due to non-confirmation of the Delhi police about the protest permission. Meanwhile, the ruling party has failed to get the support of other regional parties yet.
“There will be no change in our protest. Dr. Mustafa Kamal also wanted our snatched rights to be restored. We will definitely go to Delhi on the 19th July. If we don’t get permission for Jantar Mantar, we will deliberate on the next course of action. But we are going to Delhi on 19th July,” said Mr. Abdullah.
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