Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has cancelled all engagements in Jammu to remain in Kashmir for the next week, citing the need to manage disruptions caused by record-low temperatures in the valley. The severe cold has exacerbated the power outages and water supply disruptions.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday cancelled all his engagements in Jammu and decided to stay in Srinagar to oversee the functioning of the power department and other essential s

Abdullah assured that he would make up to the people and organisations whose programmes have been affected after he cancelled his visit to Jammu.

“It’s alright if the business rules are being introduced for governance, but we are keen on the restoration of statehood,” said Abdul Rahim Rather, speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir assembly and senior National Conference leader. “These rules will not impact our demand for the early restoration of statehood.”

J&K Chief Minister cancels meetings in Jammu due to cold wave and power crisis, stations in Srinagar for oversight.