P Chidambaram Criticizes J&K LG Manoj Sinha
Security Meeting Without Chief Minister Omar Abdullah
Former Union Minister and Congress leader P Chidambaram has expressed his disapproval of Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha for conducting a security review meeting without the presence of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. Chidambaram highlighted this issue in a post, questioning the absence of the elected chief minister in such an important meeting.
Chidambaram described Jammu and Kashmir as “half a state,” emphasizing that while the people have elected a chief minister, the authority over police and public order remains with the LG. He stressed the need for the immediate restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
Background of the Meeting
On October 16, Omar Abdullah was sworn in as the first Chief Minister of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The security review meeting, led by LG Sinha, took place in Srinagar at Raj Bhavan. The meeting aimed to address the security situation in the Kashmir Division, especially after a recent terror attack in Gagangir, Ganderbal district, which resulted in the loss of seven lives.
During the meeting, LG Sinha instructed the police to enhance security around key infrastructure projects and construction camps. He emphasized the importance of a strong security and intelligence network and coordinated operations with the army and other security agencies to combat terrorism. The meeting was attended by senior police officers, the J-K Principal Secretary of the Home Department, and other civil administration officials.
Doubts Revealed
P Chidambaram -: P Chidambaram is a senior Indian politician and member of the Indian National Congress party. He has served as the Finance Minister and Home Minister of India in the past.
J&K LG -: J&K LG stands for Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor. The Lieutenant Governor is the representative of the President of India in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
CM Omar Abdullah -: CM Omar Abdullah refers to Omar Abdullah, who is a prominent politician in Jammu and Kashmir. He has served as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir in the past.
Security Meeting -: A security meeting is a gathering of officials to discuss and plan measures to ensure safety and prevent threats, especially after incidents like terror attacks.
Half a state -: The term ‘half a state’ refers to the current status of Jammu and Kashmir, which was a full state but is now a Union Territory with limited autonomy after the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019.
Restoration of full statehood -: Restoration of full statehood means returning Jammu and Kashmir to its previous status as a full state with more autonomy and powers, as it was before 2019.
Ganderbal -: Ganderbal is a district in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is known for its scenic beauty and is located near the famous tourist destination, Srinagar.