Elected government has no role in Jammu demolitions, says Farooq Abdullah
Farooq Abdullah, president of the National Conference, stated that the elected government is not involved in the demolitions occurring in Jammu. He emphasized that the demolitions are part of a scheme targeting Muslim homes in the region. BJP member Gulam Ali Khatana criticized the NC and Congress for their historical treatment of the Gujjar and Pahari communities, asserting that the current government is working towards their empowerment.
- ▪Farooq Abdullah claims the elected government has no role in the demolitions in Jammu.
- ▪He accused the demolitions of targeting Muslim homes as part of a larger scheme.
- ▪Gulam Ali Khatana criticized the NC and Congress for their anti-Gujjar policies over the years.
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National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Friday (May 22, 2026) said the elected government has no role in the ongoing demolitions in Jammu. Meanwhile, BJP Rajya Sabha member Gulam Ali Khatana accused the NC-Congress of pursuing anti-Gujjar policies in Jammu and Kashmir.“The elected government has nothing to do with demolitions in Jammu. Houses belonging to Muslims are being demolished in Jammu and other parts of the region. It is their scheme. An investigation has been launched into such actions,” Mr. Abdullah said.He said Gujjars and Bakerwals have played a key role in guarding the borders in J&K. “They have ensured the safety of the region by preventing infiltration along the borders,” he added.Mr.
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