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BJP vs Omar Abdullah: ‘Proof’ demanded for ‘₹20-30 crore’ MLA poaching claim

From Hindustan Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister alleged that attempts are being made to engineer a split within the National Conference (NC) party.
  • He claimed that none of his party's MLAs would agree to 'sell' themselves amidst these alleged poaching attempts.
  • The Chief Minister demanded 'proof' from the BJP regarding claims of MLA poaching.

The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir has alleged that concerted efforts are underway to engineer a split within the National Conference (NC) party. He asserted that despite these attempts, none of the MLAs belonging to his party would succumb to pressure or be swayed into betraying their political affiliation.

Speaking out against the alleged political maneuvering, the Chief Minister stated his confidence in the loyalty of his party members. He emphasized that the MLAs would not compromise their principles or sell their allegiance amidst these purported poaching efforts.

Furthermore, the Chief Minister has directly challenged the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), demanding concrete proof to substantiate claims of MLA poaching. This demand comes in response to allegations suggesting that the BJP is involved in attempting to destabilize the NC by luring away its elected representatives.

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Originally published by Hindustan Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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