 Early Times Report
Srinagar, May 26: National Conference (NC) vice-president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah has remained uncharacteristically silent after the conclusion of voting in all three Kashmir constituencies.
An analyst while talking to Early Times said, “Recently concluded elections in Kashmir have been different. This time around polling percentage has been high and no one can predict a winner.”
He said, “Not only Omar, who contested Lok Sabha elections from Baramulla, all other candidates are keeping their fingers crossed.”
Omar during campaigning was seen addressing rallies, engaging with voters, and making numerous media appearances, emphasizing the need for stability and progress in the region.
Speculations about the reasons about him turning silent are rife.
Some political commentators suggest that Omar might be adopting a wait-and-watch approach, refraining from making any statements Recently concluded elections in Kashmir have been different.
This time around polling percentage has been high and no one can predict a winner.
Omar might be adopting a wait-and-watch approach, refraining from making any statements until the results are declared.
Omar’s silence indicates uncertainty within the NC camp about the election outcome
The political environment in Kashmir is extremely volatile, and any premature statement could be misinterpreted," said a political analyst.
Others believe that the silence could be a strategic move, allowing the National Conference to assess the post-poll scenario and formulate their next steps without external pressure or expectations. "The National Conference might be regrouping and strategizing internally. Silence can be a powerful tool in politics, and this could be a calculated move," the analyst added.
"It is unusual for Omar to be silent at such a critical juncture. Omar’s silence indicates uncertainty within the NC camp about the election outcome,” the analyst added.
As the counting of votes approaches, all eyes remain on Omar Abdullah. His next move, whether a public statement or continued silence, will undoubtedly have significant implications. | 