Mosque demolitions, attacks on minorities unfortunate: Omar Abdullah
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed concern over reports of mosque demolitions and violence against minorities across India. He also noted ongoing communication with Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding statehood and administrative rules.
Why it matters
The statement reflects the political tension regarding minority rights and the evolving relationship between the J&K administration and the central government.
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed concern on Monday (September 7, 2026) over reports of mosque demolitions and assaults on minorities in the country.
“It’s an unfortunate situation. The way Muslims are treated as outsiders, as others, whether it’s demolition of mosques or the way in which they were assaulted, both are extremely unfortunate and should not happen,” said Mr. Abdullah, on the sidelines of the first International Film Festival in Jammu and Kashmir in Srinagar .
On his recent meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, Mr. Abdullah said there was “continuous communication with Mr. Shah over several issues”.
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