National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah has successfully retained his Ganderbal parliamentary seat while resigning from the Budgam parliamentary segment. This decision follows his victories in both constituencies during the recent Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections.
The announcement was made by interim Speaker Mubarak Gul during a swearing-in ceremony at the Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory Assembly, where 90 newly elected MLAs took their oaths. Omar Abdullah’s choice to step down from Budgam reflects his strategy and confidence in representing Ganderbal, a constituency that has historically been a stronghold for his family.
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Omar Abdullah’s resignation from Budgam comes after a strategic decision to contest from two seats, which he framed as a demonstration of his party’s strength rather than a sign of weakness.
Omar Abdullah’s resignation from Budgam comes after a strategic decision to contest from two seats, which he framed as a demonstration of his party’s strength rather than a sign of weakness. His political journey has seen ups and downs, including a recent loss in the Baramulla constituency during Lok Sabha polls. This time, he aimed to consolidate his influence in Ganderbal while ensuring representation in Budgam.