Overview

• Omar Abdullah reaffirmed that the National Conference has no plans to ally with the BJP, citing fundamental differences in their political vision for Jammu and Kashmir.
• The Chief Minister praised former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for his role in India's economic reforms and key welfare initiatives, including MGNREGA and the Indira Awas Yojana.
• Abdullah highlighted Singh's efforts to address the Kashmir issue, noting significant progress made during his tenure in talks with Pakistan under General Pervez Musharraf.
• He credited Singh's government for infrastructure projects in Jammu and Kashmir, such as the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway and the world's highest railway bridge over the Chenab River.
• The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly paid tributes to Manmohan Singh and other late leaders, reflecting on Singh's contributions to India's economy and his humility as a leader.