In a significant political shift, President's rule in Jammu and Kashmir has been revoked after five years, paving the way for a new government led by Chief Minister-designate Omar Abdullah. This change comes as the National Conference-Congress alliance prepares to take charge following their recent electoral victory.

The Central government announced on Sunday (13 October) that President’s rule has been lifted in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of the appointment of a new Chief Minister. Omar Abdullah is set to become the Chief Minister as his party National Conference (NC) won 42 seats in the 95-seat assembly,

Central rule began in Jammu and Kashmir on October 31, 2019, when the erstwhile state was divided into two Union territories, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.

President's rule in Jammu and Kashmir ends after five years, as Omar Abdullah's government aims for statehood and faces new challenges.- Watch Video on English Oneindia

President Droupadi Murmu has revoked the President’s rule in Jammu and Kashmir, clearing the way for the formation of a new National Conference (NC)-Congress alliance government after

The President's rule has been revoked in Jammu and Kashmir, clearing the way for a new government under National Conference leader Omar Abdullah. This comes after Abdullah met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday and staked claim to form a new government following the recent Assembly elections.

Jammu and Kashmir prepares to form a new government following the end of President's rule. Omar Abdullah steps forward amid rising political stability, leading to an oath-taking ceremony on 16th October.

The notification doesn’t specify the date of revocation of President’s rule but says “before appointment of chief minister”