'With what face can I ask for statehood for J&K?' Omar Abdullah's in J&K assembly after Pahalgam attack

Following the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam that resulted in 26 fatalities, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah addressed the state assembly, expressing his grief and stating he would not demand statehood at this time. He emphasized that militancy can only be eradicated with the support of the people, not just through force.

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