India, July 2 -- The ruling National Conference (NC) on Wednesday intensified preparations for its proposed protest in New Delhi demanding the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood, deciding to invite all constituents of the INDIA bloc as well as other political parties outside the alliance that are not part of the BJP-led NDA.

The decision was taken at a meeting of senior NC leaders chaired by party president Farooq Abdullah at his Gupkar residence in Srinagar.

A party spokesperson said the meeting reviewed arrangements for the proposed demonstration at Jantar Mantar and decided to broaden support for the campaign.

Besides INDIA bloc partners, the NC will also invite political parties from Jammu and Kashmir to participate in th...