Srinagar, Oct 31: On Wednesday, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed his expectations for the re-establishment of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) as a state and pledged to fight for the restoration of its identity and dignity, which he said was essential for the region’s citizens’ well-being.
Speaking at a civil society-sponsored event at Srinagar’s Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Abdullah expressed hope that Jammu and Kashmir’s existing status as a Union Territory (UT) will not continue permanently. He expressed a firm conviction that J&K’s return to statehood may occur quickly, giving its citizens a stronger feeling of identity and respect.
Abdullah remarked, “It is after a long time that the people’s government has returned,” alluding to the difficulties the area has encountered recently. He compared his current position as chief minister to his prior one, pointing out the substantial change in the political and social landscape. Although he acknowledged the significance of government initiatives to fulfill fundamental public requirements like jobs, water, roads, and electricity, he maintained that these tangible advancements would not be enough on their own without guaranteeing the dignity and respect of the populace.
In order for the people of J&K to feel that they are a part of the country as a whole, Abdullah underlined the significance of identity, land rights, and resource access. Abdullah claimed that only when these conditions were met would the people of India be fully valued and recognized as equals. “Then we can truly declare that we are part of this country,” he said.
Abdullah emphasized his desire to keep the lines of communication open and promised to establish frequent communication and engagement with civil society organizations. He told the crowd, “This is your government,” emphasizing that the administration’s purpose is to serve the people and meet their needs, not to indulge in the privileges of office. His remarks resonated with the audience, and many of them applauded, acknowledging that his leadership vision was centered on respect, identity, and service.
Many people in J&K are expressing a desire for more local representation and governance at the time of Abdullah’s remarks. The people who continue to push for a more powerful, independent regional identity inside India find resonance in the chief minister’s emphasis on statehood and civil rights.
Under Abdullah’s direction, the J&K government is anticipated to advance these programs in the upcoming months, creating an atmosphere that emphasizes dignity, inclusivity, and resource sharing, highlighting their independence and solidifying their position within the nation’s larger framework.
