Says decisions must benefit common people
Srinagar, Apr 15 :
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that a final stand on the proposed bill by the Centre will be taken after detailed discussions within the INDIA bloc.
Speaking to media persons, as per news agency Kashmir News Corner (KNC), the Chief Minister said a meeting of alliance partners is scheduled in New Delhi where the issue will be deliberated collectively.
“We alone cannot decide on this. The INDIA bloc will discuss and take a joint decision on what our response should be, both in Parliament and outside,” he said.
He said the National Conference will also finalise its position after consultations with alliance partners, adding that clarity will emerge after the meeting.
Referring to past experiences, the Chief Minister expressed concerns over the impact of delimitation, stating that earlier exercises appeared to benefit certain political interests.
“Based on our experience, the way constituencies were redrawn and voters shifted, it seemed aimed at benefiting a particular party and its allies,” he said.
He added that if any new bill is brought with a similar intent, it will have to be carefully examined to ensure it serves the interests of the common people rather than political gains.
Chief Minister reiterated that a collective and informed decision will be taken after consultations, and the party will communicate its stance thereafter. (KNC)