In the wake of the October 2024 assembly elections, Omar Abdullah's leadership in Jammu and Kashmir is under scrutiny. Voters, driven by desperation rather than faith, hoped for a shield against Delhi's majoritarian policies. However, Abdullah's perceived inaction on critical issues like the Waqf Amendment Bill and the detention of MLAs under the Public Safety Act has led to disillusionment. Critics argue that his administration serves as a facade of normalcy while the region's identity and autonomy are eroded.
Crown on Your Head, Thorn on Public

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