September 27th 2024.
Udhampur/Jammu: On Friday, National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah expressed his concern over the increase in terror attacks in the peaceful Jammu region. He believes that this is a failure on the part of the BJP, who should apologize to the people of Jammu and Kashmir for not being able to maintain peace and security.
Abdullah criticized the BJP for blaming opposition parties such as NC, Congress, and PDP for the terrorist activities in the Union Territory. He believes that by doing so, the BJP has given a "clean chit" to Pakistan, who has been accused of supporting and promoting terrorism in the region. He questioned the BJP's claims and pointed out the rise in militancy in the Jammu region since 2014, especially in the last three years.
The former chief minister expressed his concern over the frequent targeting of brave force personnel in the Jammu region. He believes that the BJP should be held accountable for the spread of militancy in the region. He also highlighted the fact that no place in Jammu has been spared from terror attacks, including Chenab valley, Pir Panjal region, Reasi, Kathua, Udhampur, Jammu, and Samba. Abdullah believes that this reflects the failure of the BJP and they should apologize and seek forgiveness from the people.
Speaking to reporters during an election rally for party candidate Sunil Verma in Udhampur East assembly segment, Abdullah referred to Home Minister Amit Shah's statements blaming the opposition parties for terrorism. He pointed out the contradiction in the BJP's stance, where they blame the opposition from within J&K but hold Pakistan responsible when they are outside the Union Territory.
Abdullah also mentioned that the National Conference speaks in one voice within and outside Jammu and Kashmir. He responded to BJP's criticism of his party's manifesto, stating that it was expected for them to oppose it as they are contesting against the National Conference. However, he expressed gratitude towards the BJP for making their manifesto a topic of discussion across the country, with many union ministers and chief ministers talking about it.
When asked about the BJP's personal attacks on him, Abdullah stated that being remembered by the Prime Minister or Home Minister in their speeches is a sign that he has done something good, despite being out of power for so long.
Abdullah claimed that the BJP is nervous about their poor performance in the first two phases of the assembly elections. He mentioned that their internal reports suggest that their candidate from Nowshera constituency is unlikely to retain his seat. In such a situation, the BJP is targeting the National Conference, and Abdullah believes they are free to do so.
Addressing a joint gathering of NC and Congress workers, Abdullah responded to the BJP's claims that if they form the government, terrorism will increase. He stated that under their rule, terrorism has already returned to Jammu, and they are responsible for it. He also accused the BJP of dividing people on the basis of religion and highlighted their failure in addressing issues such as unemployment and development in J&K.
Abdullah urged the people to stand united against the BJP's divisive policies and support secular forces. He mentioned that out of 90 seats, NC is in a direct fight with BJP on only five seats, but they are being targeted by the BJP for their party, manifesto, and leadership. He also questioned Home Minister Amit Shah's announcement of election results even before voting for the last phase has taken place, calling it an attempt to mislead the public.
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