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'Recipe for disaster': CM Omar Abdullah on dual governance model in J&K


Published on 2024-12-14 12:41:07 - MSN
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  • Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called the current dual governance model in the Union Territory a "recipe for disaster" and urged the central government to restore statehood. In his first interview since taking office in October,

The article discusses former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's critique of the dual governance model implemented in the region. Abdullah described the system, where both the Lieutenant Governor (LG) and the Chief Minister hold significant power, as a "recipe for disaster." He argued that this model leads to confusion and inefficiency in governance, as it is unclear who holds the ultimate authority. Abdullah highlighted that this setup was not conducive to effective administration, pointing out that even the Prime Minister Narendra Modi had previously criticized such a system. He emphasized the need for a clear line of command to ensure smooth functioning of the government, suggesting that the current arrangement could lead to administrative paralysis.

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