Omar Abdullah

2024 - 9 - 6

Omar Abdullah: From Reluctance to Dual Ambition – The J&K Election Drama!

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Omar Abdullah has jumped into the J&K assembly polls with a dual constituency contest! Will the emotional appeal sway the voters?

Omar Abdullah, the National Conference vice president and former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, has made headlines as he boldly files his nomination papers not for one, but two constituencies for the upcoming assembly elections. He is contesting from the Ganderbal and Budgam constituencies, showcasing a robust strategy that suggests his intentions to tap into diverse voter bases in these critical regions. This dual-candidacy creates a buzz, especially since Ganderbal has been his family stronghold, while Budgam presents a challenging new frontier. With Abdullah’s extensive political legacy, many eyes will be on how he navigates this electoral landscape.

In an emotional appeal during his campaign, Abdullah was seen holding his cap and earnestly addressing the people of Ganderbal, imploring them to grant him another chance to serve. His heartfelt message is accompanied by hopes to unite different factions—Shia and Sunni voters—under his banner in Budgam. The poignant imagery of a politician laying bare his aspirations resonates widely, potentially eliciting sympathy and support amidst the hustle and bustle of elections.

However, Abdullah’s dual contesting strategy hasn’t escaped criticism. Ghulam Nabi Lone Hanjura, a senior leader of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), openly challenged Abdullah’s approach, questioning the motives behind contesting from two seats simultaneously. This critique highlights the underlying tensions among competing political factions in Jammu and Kashmir, where stakes are particularly high due to the region's complex socio-political landscape. Will this open criticism affect Abdullah’s campaign momentum? Only time will tell.

Despite the political drama, it’s important to note that Abdullah's stance has notably evolved. He was once hesitant about entering the electoral fray again and even expressed doubts about statehood for J&K. His shift signals not just personal ambition but also reflects changing dynamics in regional politics. As the assembly elections approach, the political atmosphere in Jammu and Kashmir promises to be charged and deeply engaging, showcasing both traditional loyalties and emerging challenges.

Here's an interesting fact: Omar Abdullah comes from a political dynasty; his grandfather, Sheikh Mohammed Abdullah, was a prominent figure in Kashmiri politics and the founder of the National Conference. Plus, did you know that Budgam and Ganderbal constituencies are known for their scenic beauty and rich cultural heritage, making them not just political battlegrounds but also cherished tourist destinations?

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J&K Assembly polls: NC's Abdullah, Cong's Karra, BJP's Raina file ... (The Hindu)

Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Polls: Omar Abdullah, former J&K Chief Minister, will contest the elections from two constituencies — Ganderbal and Budgam.

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After Ganderbal, Omar Abdullah files nomination from Budgam (Times of India)

National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah has filed nomination papers for Budgam and Ganderbal constituencies in the J&K assembly elections. Hi.

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Omar Abdullah's emotional appeal to voters ahead J&K poll: 'My ... (Hindustan Times)

Jammu and Kashmir election: Omar Abdullah held his cap in his hands while addressing the public, urging the people of Ganderbal to give him another chance.

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A second seat for Omar Abdullah, where he did well in recent Lok ... (The Indian Express)

NC vice-president files his nomination from Budgam, after doing so from family turf Ganderbal; hopes to rally Shia, Sunni votes behind him in new seat.

PDP's GN Hanjura criticises Omar Abdullah for contesting from 2 seats (Kashmir Reader)

Budgam: Former minister and People's Democratic Party senior leader Ghulam Nabi Lone Hanjura Thursday criticised National Conference vice president Omar ...

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After Ganderbal, Omar Abdullah files nomination from Budgam ... (Deccan Herald)

Srinagar: National Conference Vice President and former chief minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday filed his nomination papers from the Budgam assembly seat ...

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Jammu and Kashmir: Once reluctant, Omar Abdullah is now fighting ... (Livemint)

Jammu and Kashmir: Omar Abdullah has filed nominations for Budgam and Ganderbal in J-K assembly elections, contradicting his earlier stance on statehood.

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Omar Abdullah accuses BJP-led Centre of trying to silence him (The Hindu)

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah on Friday (September 6, 2024) claimed that the BJP-ruled Centre was fielding independent candidates against him in ...

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Omar Abdullah accuses BJP-led govt of fielding independents to ... (Business Standard)

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah on Friday claimed that the BJP-ruled Centre was fielding independent candidates against him in the Jammu and ...

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Never realised leaders in Delhi hated me: Omar Abdullah alleges ... (India Today)

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah said that "leaders in Delhi" hated him and alleged there was a conspiracy against him in polls.

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Omar Abdullah on 'compromise' for Congress alliance: 'Too ... (Hindustan Times)

Omar Abdullah talked about the “compromises” made for the tie up for NC and Congress for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir elections. | Latest News India.

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'Afzal Guru execution served no purpose': Omar Abdullah rakes up ... (Business Today)

Reacting to Abdullah's comments, BJP's Sajid Yousuf defended the government's decision, calling Guru's hanging a necessary step in delivering justice to the ...

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Ahead of J&K polls, Omar Abdullah sparks row with his view on ... (Hindustan Times)

Omar Abdullah said that the Jammu-Kashmir government would not have approved the hanging of Afzal Guru, convicted of the 2001 Parliament attack.

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'J&K govt wouldn't have done it': Omar Abdullah on Afzal Guru's ... (Times of India)

India News: Omar Abdullah remarked that the Jammu and Kashmir government would not have approved Afzal Guru's execution, stressing his opposition to capital ...

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'Didn't Serve Any Purpose': Omar Abdullah On Afzal Guru's Hanging ... (Times Now)

Omar Abdullah, the former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, on Friday said that the execution of 2001 Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru did not serve any ...

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Omar Abdullah on Afzal Guru's hanging: No purpose served by ... (India Today)

Omar Abdullah said that 2001 Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru's hanging "served no purpose", adding that he didn't believe in capital punishment.

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Omar Abdullah recalls 1999 IC814 hijacking, says 'second time my ... (Livemint)

Omar Abdullah revealed that the IC814 hijack was not the first instance where his father was compelled to release prisoners.

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'Too important to let…': Omar Abdullah opens up about ... (Livemint)

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister and National Conference leader Omar Abdullah said on Friday said that several 'compromises' were made to tie up with ...

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J&K polls: Omar Abdullah smells 'conspiracy' against him from Delhi ... (Economic Times)

Omar Abdullah, National Conference vice president, claims that leaders in New Delhi dislike and conspire against him. He believes this is due to his ...

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Omar Abdullah Says Afzal Guru's Hanging Served No Purpose (Kashmir Observer)

Srinagar- Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and National Conference leader Omar Abdullah on Friday sparked a political row after he said that the ...

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Omar Abdullah on Afsal Guru: \'അദ്ദേഹത്തെ ... (Indiatoday Malayalam)

2001ലെ പാർലമെൻ്റ് ആക്രമണക്കേസിലെ പ്രതി അഫ്‌സൽ ഗുരുവിനെ തൂക്കിലേറ്റിയതിൽ ഒരു ലക്ഷ്യവുമില്ലെന്ന് ഒമർ അബ്ദുള്ള.

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Omar Abdullah calls Rubaiya Sayeed case a 'benchmark' amid row ... (Hindustan Times)

He also said that unlike for the hijacked Indian Airlines flight, the government had the option of 'not negotiating with terrorists' in the Rubaiya case.

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'Modi govt wants to silence me by fielding candidates from jails ... (Livemint)

Omar Abdullah alleged the Modi administration is conspiring against him by nominating jailed candidates in Jammu and Kashmir's assembly elections.

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'Second time my father was forced to release terrorists': Omar ... (Times of India)

India News: Omar Abdullah, former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister, drew parallels between the 1999 IC814 hijacking and the 1989 kidnapping of Rubaiya Syed.

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BJP slams Omar Abdullah's remark on Parliament attack convict ... (Hindustan Times)

I don't believe that any purpose was served by executing him,” Omar Abdullah said on Afzal Guru's execution in 2013. | Latest News India.

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BJP breathes fire after Omar Abdullah says Afzal Guru's execution ... (Deccan Herald)

Guru was convicted for his role in the 2001 Parliament attack. Earlier, Omar Abdullah had said that the Jammu and Kashmir government was not involved in the ...

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'Soft on terrorists ...' : BJP slams Omar Abdullah's remark on Afzal ... (Times of India)

India News: The BJP has sharply criticized JKNC vice president Omar Abdullah for his remarks on Afzal Guru, convicted in the 2001 Parliament attack.

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“Reflects mindset of INDI Alliance which backs terrorist”: BJP reacts ... (OpIndia)

Bhandari reacting to comments by Omar Abdullah further praised PM Modi from BJP and his policies for Jammu and Kashmir and said that PM Modi has always a ...

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BJP criticizes Omar Abdullah's comments on Afzal Guru's execution ... (Moneycontrol.com)

Omar Abdullah had recently criticized the execution of Guru, a convict in the 2001 Parliament attack case, saying,

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"Separatist anti-national design": BJP's Sudhanshu Trivedi on Omar ... (ANI News)

BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi on Saturday said that National Conference leader Omar Abdullah's remarks about the hanging of Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru ...

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Omar Abdullah Criticizes Afzal Guru's Execution, BJP Hits Back (Lagatar English)

Srinagar: Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's recent remarks that the execution of Afzal Guru, convicted in the 2001 Parliament attack, “ ...

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2001 Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru's execution served no ... (indiablooms)

"What does Omar Abdullah want to solve?' said BJP leader and former Deputy chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir Kavinder Gupta, questioning Omar Abdullah's ...

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