Omar Abdullah Blames BJP for Terrorism Rise in Jammu

Omar Abdullah, Vice President of the National Conference (NC), has criticized the BJP government for what he calls a resurgence of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir since the revocation of Article 370 in 2019. He argues that the BJP's mishandling of the situation has led to increased militancy across various districts, contrasting this with his tenure as Chief Minister when terrorism declined. Abdullah responds to accusations from Home Minister Amit Shah, asserting that the NC has made significant sacrifices against terrorism and that the BJP's claims about a potential revival of militancy under an NC-Congress government are unfounded. He emphasizes the NC's commitment to restoring Article 370 and vows to combat the current government's failures. Congress leader Harish Rawat echoed Abdullah's sentiments, stating that the BJP has not fulfilled its promises of eliminating terrorism and establishing peace in the region. The NC-Congress alliance aims to form the next government with a focus on stabilizing the region.