Omar Abdullah Criticizes BJP’s Handling of Candidate List for J&K Elections

*August 26, 2024*In response to the BJP’s release of its second list of candidates for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, National Conference (NC) Vice President Omar Abdullah has sharply criticized the party’s management. Speaking in Srinagar, Abdullah remarked, “BJP should focus on setting its house in order.”He highlighted the BJP’s hasty decision to retract its candidate list within just 10 minutes of its release, calling it unprecedented. Abdullah also described scenes of chaos, noting that “chairs were broken in their offices” amid the turmoil.The comments underscore growing tensions and controversies surrounding the election preparations in Jammu and Kashmir, reflecting the political challenges facing the BJP as it navigates the electoral landscape.