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Farooq Abdullah Says J&K LG Is Holding Up Files, Presses PM for Statehood

He alleges the LG has not cleared business rules that define the elected government's powers, slowing routine administration.

Overview

  • Abdullah said Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha is sitting on government files and stalling public works.
  • He claimed the file on business rules delineating authority between the elected government and the LG remains uncleared.
  • He disputed the LG’s assertion that SKIMS retains autonomy, calling that claim a lie.
  • He urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to restore statehood quickly and sought central assistance for storm and flood relief in Jammu region.
  • He voiced confidence ahead of the Nov. 11 by-elections in Budgam and Nagrota, and no immediate response from the LG was reported in the coverage.