Srinagar, May 01: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of spreading “lies” regarding the alleged removal of Urdu from official processes, stating that no such decision has been approved by his government.
He said that although a proposal related to the issue was received from the concerned department, it is still under consideration and has not been cleared.
“The file regarding the proposed removal is still on my table. I have not approved it,” Abdullah said, adding that the government has only initiated a process to seek public feedback and no final decision has been taken.
The Chief Minister clarified that an order was issued only to invite public comments, which, he alleged, was being misrepresented for political purposes.
Targeting the PDP, Abdullah said the party was raising the issue to divert attention from its alleged role in supporting the BJP during the Rajya Sabha elections.
“They are talking about Urdu so that people do not focus on other developments,” he said, challenging critics to produce any official order regarding the claim.
He also remarked that public consultation should not be confused with policy finalisation, stressing that the elected government is bound to consider public opinion before taking decisions.
On the issue of rising fuel prices, Abdullah warned that the increase in oil rates would have a cascading effect on essential commodities and transport fares, making daily life more expensive.
He linked the global rise in fuel prices to ongoing international conflicts and called for an end to war, saying that stability is necessary to bring relief to people. (Agency)
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