BJP lodges complaint against CM Omar Abdullah

October 29, 2025 by News Desk

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has lodged a formal complaint with the Election Commission of India (ECI) against Jammu Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, accusing him of violating the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by announcing the establishment of temporary classes of the proposed National Law University at Ompura in Budgam district during the ongoing Assembly session.

In its letter addressed to the Chief Election Commissioner and dated October 29, 2025, the BJP candidate from Budgam alleged that the Chief Minister made the announcement on the floor of the Legislative Assembly at a time when the MCC is in force. The party claimed that the statement was intended to influence the electorate by projecting developmental benefits in the constituency.

The BJP said the announcement constituted a violation of the MCC, which prohibits the introduction of new schemes or benefits during the election period. It further alleged that Omar Abdullah’s remarks amounted to “undue influence” under Section 123(2) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, as they could be interpreted as a promise of benefit to voters.

The party also termed the move a “misuse of official platform,” arguing that the announcement made from within the Assembly carried an official tone and undermined the neutrality of the electoral process. It added that the remarks were being widely circulated across media and social networks, potentially influencing voters and disturbing the level playing field in Budgam.

The BJP has urged the Election Commission to initiate an inquiry into the matter and take appropriate action against the Chief Minister for the alleged violation of election norms.