Internal Dissent Grows Within Jammu and Kashmir's National Conference

A significant portion of the National Conference (NC) legislative body has formally requested the replacement of all eight cabinet ministers and the removal of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s political adviser, Nasir Aslam Wani. The resolution was passed during a meeting attended by 25 legislators, who have set a 15-day deadline for these changes.

The dissent follows a recent cabinet expansion that sparked internal criticism regarding the distribution of ministerial portfolios. While party officials have characterized the meeting as an effort to promote internal democracy, some members have expressed frustration over the current power structure.

Simultaneously, NC Member of Parliament Aga Ruhullah Mehdi has stated his intention to resign from his seat and the party. He accused the leadership of abandoning campaign pledges related to the restoration of Article 370 and the protection of regional rights.

Opposition leaders have characterized the situation as a sign of deep unrest within the party ranks. They have suggested that the current government may face a potential collapse as legislators express dissatisfaction with the party's direction.