In the 2023 Lok Sabha election campaign, Omar Abdullah of JKNC took centre stage, marginalizing the party's older and younger generations. His father, Dr Farooq Abdullah, declined to contest due to health issues, signalling a possible informal retirement. Despite not running, Farooq actively participated in rallies, maintaining his public presence. Farooq's health has been fragile since a 2014 kidney transplant. Although Omar insisted his father's political career isn't over, Farooq's active role has diminished. JKNC's internal dynamics and generational shifts reflect broader political changes, with the party grappling with its identity and strategic decisions post-Article 370 abrogation.
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In Chandralekha Zutshi’s comprehensive exploration of Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah's political journey in Kashmir, the book offers a nuanced and empathetic analysis that transcends traditional hagiographical narratives. The author deftly places Abdullah within the broader context of postcolonial politics, unravelling the complexities of his evolving roles from anti-feudal fighter to pragmatic secularist and ethnic nationalist. Zutshi contends that Abdullah's life exemplifies the enduring struggle between being a patriotic Kashmiri Muslim and a loyal Indian a dilemma that persists in contemporary Kashmir. The narrative skillfully navigates through the political landscape, connecting micro-events with macro-political situations and delving into the intricacies of Kashmir's unique position within postcolonial India. The book's timely release coincides with significant events, including the Supreme Court's verdict on Jammu and Kashmir's special status, adding la