Mirwaiz Backs NC’s Jantar Mantar Protest on J&K Statehood, Political Debate Intensifies Over Broad Outreach By: Javid Amin | 10 July 2026 The National Conference’s (NC) proposed protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi has taken on a new political dimension after Mirwaiz Umar Farooq publicly expressed support for the campaign demanding the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood. Mirwaiz described the demand for statehood as a “people’s cause”, welcoming the initiative to raise the issue at the national level. His endorsement has, however, triggered a wider political debate, with…
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Omar Abdullah Says NC Awaiting Permission for Delhi Statehood Protest, Alleges Attempts to ‘Sabotage’ Campaign
Omar Abdullah Says NC Awaiting Delhi Police Clearance for Statehood Protest, Alleges Attempts to ‘Sabotage’ Campaign By: News Desk | 10 July 2026 Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has said the National Conference (NC) is awaiting official permission to hold its proposed protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, while alleging that efforts are being made to “sabotage” the party’s campaign for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood. The proposed demonstration is the latest step in the National Conference’s statewide and national campaign seeking the restoration of…
Read MoreNational Conference Invites Sonia Gandhi, Mirwaiz, Grand Mufti and 52 Leaders for Jantar Mantar Protest on J&K Statehood
NC Invites Sonia Gandhi, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Grand Mufti and 52 Leaders for Jantar Mantar Protest on J&K Statehood By: News Desk | 09 July 2026 The National Conference (NC) has significantly expanded its campaign for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood by inviting 52 political, religious and civil society leaders from across the country to participate in its proposed protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. Among the prominent invitees are Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, and Jammu and Kashmir Grand…
Read MoreNational Conference Secures Civil Society Backing Ahead of Delhi Protest for J&K Statehood Restoration
National Conference Wins Civil Society Support Ahead of Delhi Protest, Expands Campaign for J&K Statehood By: News Desk | 07 July 2026 The National Conference (NC) has strengthened its campaign for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood by securing the support of sections of Kashmir’s civil society ahead of its proposed protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The endorsement comes as the party prepares to take its demand for statehood to the national capital, where it plans to mobilize opposition parties, civil society representatives and public opinion in…
Read MoreFarooq Abdullah Reiterates Demand for J&K Statehood, Calls It ‘Constitutional Right’
Farooq Abdullah Urges Centre to Restore Full Statehood to J&K | NC Reaffirms Demand By: Javid Amin | 23 February 2026 ‘Statehood Is a Constitutional Right’: Farooq Abdullah Renews Call for Restoration in J&K National Conference (NC) president and former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah has once again urged the Centre to restore full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, expressing concern over what he described as a prolonged delay in fulfilling the commitment. Abdullah stressed that the restoration of statehood is not merely a political slogan but a constitutional entitlement of…
Read MoreJ&K Congress Chief’s 11-Day Hunger Strike in Srinagar Demands Full Statehood: Hamari Riyasat Hamara Haq
A Silent Protest with a Loud Message By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 08 Aug 2025 In the heart of Srinagar, along the busy Moulana Azad Road, the headquarters of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) has transformed into the epicentre of a new phase in the region’s political struggle. From August 9, 2025, JKPCC President Tariq Hameed Karra has been leading an 11-day relay-style hunger strike, a peaceful yet determined demand for full statehood for Jammu and Kashmir. For the people of J&K, this is not just…
Read MoreJammu & Kashmir Statehood: Omar Abdullah Confirms Talks Ongoing Despite Pahalgam Attack
A Region at the Crossroads Despite ongoing security challenges, the demand for restoring Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood remains a defining feature of the region’s political discourse. In a powerful reaffirmation, Omar Abdullah—former Chief Minister and National Conference (NC) leader—emphasized that talks regarding the reinstatement of statehood remain active, even in the aftermath of the tragic Pahalgam terror attack. Abdullah’s statement, made during a NITI Aayog governing council meeting, underscores the continued pursuit of political restoration and governance autonomy for the region. His remarks serve as a reminder that amid turbulence,…
Read MoreRuhullah Pushes for J&K’s Pre-1953 Position and Statehood in Parliament
In Parliament Ruhullah seeks statehood, restoration of J&K’s pre-1953 position; Hits out at Rahul Gandhi for ignoring Muslims in his speech New Delhi, Feb 03 : Pointing out that the Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi didn’t mention plight of Muslims in his speech, National Conference Member Parliament Aga Ruhullah on Monday said that besides restoring Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood, New Delhi will have to return pre-1953 position to the region. Speaking in response to the President’s address in the Parliament, Ruhullah, according to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO)…
Read MoreStatehood Struggle: Karra Claims Centre’s Reluctance to Restore J&K’s Full Status
Powerful elements at centre unwilling to restore full statehood to J&K, claims JKPCC president Karra Rajouri/Jammu, Nov 26: J&K Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) president Tariq Hameed Karra said on Tuesday that the central government is not willing to restore full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. He said the Congress will not accept any amendment and will continue to press for restoration of full statehood to J&K as early as possible. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a public rally organised in the Rajouri district to celebrate 75th Constitution Day, Karra…
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