National Conference J&K ministers

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced on Saturday, October 24, 2026, that his Council of Ministers would undergo expansion and reshuffling within the next two to three days. The announcement followed his meeting with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha in Srinagar, where he sought time to complete the exercise. Abdullah confirmed that the list of ministers had already been finalised. Omar Abdullah Confirms J&K Cabinet Reshuffle Speaking to reporters after meeting the Lieutenant Governor at Lok Bhawan, Abdullah said the expansion and changes to his Council of Ministers would take place early next week. He explained that the Lieutenant Governor would fix a suitable time for the exercise, after which the proposed appointments and changes would be implemented. The Chief Minister confirmed that decisions regarding prospective ministers had been completed following consultations with National Conference president Farooq Abdullah. However, he did not disclose the names of legislators selected for ministerial positions. Omar Abdullah Asks MLAs to Stop Lobbying Abdullah urged National Conference legislators and party colleagues to stop approaching senior leaders seeking Cabinet positions. He said he had received numerous telephone calls, WhatsApp messages and lengthy personal profiles from politicians seeking ministerial appointments. The Chief Minister emphasised that further lobbying would not influence decisions because the list had already been finalised. He appealed to party members to remain patient until the official announcement. Meeting With Manoj Sinha Covers Government Matters Abdullah said his meeting with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha also covered administrative issues requiring consultation between the elected government and the Lieutenant Governor's office. He explained that the meeting provided an opportunity to enquire about Sinha's health following his recent illness. The proposed Cabinet expansion represents an important administrative development for the National Conference-led government as it prepares to announce changes in ministerial responsibilities.

Omar Abdullah Finalises J&K Cabinet Reshuffle

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