On Sheikh Abdullah’s 44th death anniversary, NC reclaims his political legacy through archival videos
The National Conference party commemorated the 44th death anniversary of founder Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah by sharing archival footage and reaffirming his political legacy. Party leaders emphasized his role in shaping the secular and inclusive identity of Jammu and Kashmir.
Why it matters
This event underscores the ongoing efforts of the National Conference to maintain its political relevance and ideological foundation in the current Jammu and Kashmir political landscape.
Ruling National Conference (NC) on the 44th death anniversary of party founder Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah on Tuesday (September 8, 2026) desisted from making any policy statements and instead focussed on reclaiming the political legacy of the party leader by streaming archival videos.
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and NC president Dr. Farooq Abdullah visited the grave of the Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah, also known as “Baba-e-Qaum” and “Sher-e-Kashmir”, at Nigeen in Srinagar and paid tributes. Senior NC leaders also joined the special prayers at the graveyard.
Paying his tributes, Mr. Abdullah said the Sheikh was “a towering leader whose place in the history and collective memory of Jammu & Kashmir remains eternal”.
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