National Conference president Farooq Abdullah stated that ‘Operation Sindoor’ generated positive outcomes, yet warned that wars create only hardship, not solutions. Speaking at a news conference on Wednesday at the party headquarters in Srinagar, he remarked on the dire consequences of armed conflict.
Abdullah said, “Operation Sindoor has paid its dividends. I think there is no more question of wars. Wars do not bring a solution; they just bring misery.” He cited international conflicts, particularly the devastation in Ukraine and historical turmoil in the Middle East, as evidence of war’s futility.
Addressing the ongoing crisis in global gas supplies, he highlighted the need for caution, noting that countries like Qatar would take a year or two to restore their gas output. “Look at the situation of gas (supplies) here. It will take Qatar a year or two to restore gas supplies,” he emphasized.
When pressed on the Gulf’s tense political climate, Abdullah pointed out the overall unpreparedness for war, primarily due to precarious economic conditions. “Don’t panic, the world isn’t ready for war. Economic conditions in every nation are deteriorating, and no country desires conflict,” he stated.
Further discussing the geopolitical situation, he remarked on the significance of the Middle East’s oil and gas resources. He warned that persistent pressure on these resources could lead to a global crisis, making life increasingly difficult for people worldwide.
On the topic of recent assembly election results, Abdullah shared his perspective, noting that public sentiment mirrors his own observations. “How will I see it? I see it like you see it. The results are in, Mamata Banerjee is challenging the outcome, alleging extensive rigging,” he said, referring to the political turmoil in West Bengal.
He continued, “Tamil Nadu is welcoming a new government, Congress emerged victorious in Kerala, while the BJP secured wins in Assam. What else is there?” Abdullah succinctly captured the varied electoral landscape, indicating both regional shifts and continuity in Indian politics.
Regarding the potential impacts of the special intensive revision of electoral rolls, Abdullah acknowledged the multifaceted influences on the election. “There was an impact of everything,” he asserted, showing awareness of the complexities surrounding electoral dynamics.
Responding to questions about recent blasts in Punjab, Abdullah downplayed the situation, stating that incidents of violence have occurred throughout India without much novelty. “Blasts have been happening in India, and there was nothing new. You should not panic,” he advised.
On the opposition’s scrutiny of his party’s governance in Jammu and Kashmir, Abdullah expressed a pragmatic view. “It is good that the opposition is doing its job. If they don’t, how will they survive? Let them say what they want. Our party is working the way it has to, and we will continue to do so,” he concluded.
