Srinagar, Apr 17 (NVI): Farooq Abdullah on Friday voiced concern over the ongoing delimitation exercise and recent legislative developments, saying people are apprehensive and the process being followed is “not correct”.
Speaking to reporters here, the National Conference president questioned the Centre’s intent behind reintroducing a previously withdrawn bill. “They withdrew the bill first as concerns were raised and they knew a two-thirds majority would not be achieved. Then overnight they decided to bring back the old bill passed in 2023,” he said.
Abdullah said the government lacks the required numbers for a two-thirds majority and added that the situation has created uncertainty among people. “What they will do now, only God knows. But the truth is that people are worried, and this approach is wrong. I hope they listen to the people,” he said.
Referring to the delimitation exercise, he said it has already triggered serious concerns. “You have seen how delimitation was done here. Now people are even more worried than before. What is their purpose? That is the question,” he added.
On international developments, including possible US-Iran engagement, Abdullah said any agreement would be welcome. Referring to remarks by former US President Donald Trump, he said peace efforts should be encouraged as global stability is linked to the issue.
Commenting on West Bengal politics, Abdullah expressed confidence that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee would win the upcoming elections.(NVI)
