Satyanarayan Mohapatra
In a landmark move, the Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has approved a resolution passed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's cabinet, urging the Centre to restore the statehood of the Union Territory. This resolution calls for the reinstatement of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood "in its original form," marking a significant step towards reclaiming the identity of the erstwhile state.
The Cabinet's Resolution
The resolution, passed by the J&K Cabinet, emphasizes the importance of restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. It authorizes Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to take up the matter with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other Union Ministers. A government spokesperson confirmed that the Chief Minister will soon visit New Delhi to discuss the restoration of statehood.
Upcoming Legislative Assembly Session
The Cabinet has also set the date for the first session of the newly elected Legislative Assembly, which will convene in Srinagar on November 4. The Lieutenant Governor has been advised to summon and address the Assembly at the start of the session. Additionally, the Cabinet recommended Mubarik Gul be appointed as Protem Speaker to administer the oath to the newly elected Assembly members on October 21. The Lieutenant Governor has issued the order, appointing Gul as Protem Speaker until a permanent Speaker is elected.
Draft Address and Further Considerations
The draft address of the Lieutenant Governor to the J&K Assembly at the beginning of the first session has been placed before the council of ministers. The Council decided that the draft shall be further considered and discussed.
Omar Abdullah's Role
Omar Abdullah, who took the oath as the first Chief Minister of J&K after it became a Union Territory, is playing a pivotal role in this transition. Having served as the chief minister of the erstwhile state from 2009 to 2015, Abdullah's leadership is seen as crucial in navigating the political landscape.
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