Uttarakhand CM Questions Congress-National Conference Alliance Ahead of J&K Elections

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami criticized the Congress for forming an alliance with the National Conference for upcoming assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir. Dhami questioned Congress and Rahul Gandhi on their stance regarding separatism, Article 370, and the alliance's implications for regional quotas and India's unity.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami criticized the Congress on Saturday, accusing the party of forming an alliance with the National Conference in Jammu and Kashmir due to a 'lust for power'.

Dhami demanded an explanation from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi concerning the alliance, questioning its implications for separatism, cross-border terrorism, and Article 370.

He further alleged that the Abdullah family had significantly 'ruined' Jammu and Kashmir over three decades and challenged the Congress to justify their stance on regional quotas and J&K's unity.

(With inputs from agencies.)