Srinagar, June 3 -- A crucial meeting of legislators of the ruling Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC), convened by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, is set to begin in Srinagar on Wednesday, triggering widespread political speculation across Jammu and Kashmir.
While the agenda of the meeting has not been made public, the party leaders said the discussion will be on "matters of collective importance and issues concerning public welfare."Sources said lawmakers are expected to hold detailed discussions on governance challenges arising out of Jammu and Kashmir's union Territory status, delay in restoration of statehood, reservation policy and other long-pending issues. The appointment of the Advocate General of J&K and a possible expansion...