J-K: "Process for forming govt has begun," says JKNC MP Ruhullah Mehdi

Speaking to media persons, JKNC MP Ruhullah Mehdi said, "... Everyone will come to know about the government formation within a day or two... The process for forming the government has begun..."

In Jammu and Kashmir National Conference-Congress alliance secured an absolute majority in the Union Territory by winning 49 seats, with the former taking 42 and the latter 6 seats.

Earlier on Wednesday JKNC Vice-President Omar Abdullah said that whenever a government is formed in Jammu and Kashmir, it should pass a resolution and begin talks with the union government to restore the region's statehood.

"Once the government is formed, it should pass a resolution and then engage in talks with the Prime Minister, Home Minister, and other ministers in Delhi," he stated.

He further emphasized that they would make every effort to work harmoniously with the Lieutenant Governor (LG) for the benefit of the people.

"We do not seek major confrontation between the LG and the government. Instead, we aim for peaceful cooperation and to work for the people until we regain our rightful status as a state. We hope to restore statehood as soon as possible," he added.

Omar Abdullah further noted that it was too early to determine the government's priorities, as the party leader and alliance leader were yet to be chosen by the representatives.

Omar Abdullah assured that the future government would work for all citizens, including those who voted for the BJP and those who abstained from voting.

"We are not the type to seek revenge on those who didn't vote for us. The upcoming government will represent the Congress, the National Conference, the BJP, and even those who abstained from voting. In Srinagar, only 20 per cent voted--should we ignore the remaining 80 per cent? They too deserve the benefits of governance. Similarly, the people of Jammu, who voted for the BJP, also have the right to benefit from the government," he said. (ANI)