JAMMU: Reacting strongly to former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's remarks on the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, BJP spokesperson Dr Tahir Chowdhary on Wednesday said Omar is trying to mislead the people and divert attention from real issues by playing politics over a sensitive matter. “Omar Abdullah is fooling the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He fought the J&K Assembly elections under the constitutional framework of a Union Territory, and now suddenly he’s trying to stir emotions for political mileage,” Dr Chowdhary said.

He was responding to Omar Abdullah's comments in Gulmarg, where the National Conference leader said he had “no objection” if the Assembly is dissolved and fresh elections are held after the restoration of statehood. “Omar failed to deliver tall promises which made during poll campaigns. He has now resorted to making provocative statements just to stay politically relevant,” Chowdhary added.

The BJP spokesperson reiterated that the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Hon’ble Union Home Minister Amit Shah have clearly assured the nation that Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood will be restored at an appropriate time.

“The government is working with a vision of inclusive development, peace, and prosperity in J&K. Statehood will be returned, but not at the whims of politicians who lost ground. It will be done in national interest, not for political convenience,” Dr Chowdhary said.

Dr Chowdhary said that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are now more politically aware than ever before and won’t be swayed by outdated rhetoric. “The future of J&K lies in progress, not propaganda,” he concluded.

In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

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