In the wake of the devastating terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of 26 individuals, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah delivered a poignant speech in the state assembly. He expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy and made a significant statement by declaring that he is not in a position to request statehood for Jammu and Kashmir at this juncture. Abdullah underscored the vital importance of garnering the support and cooperation of the populace in the fight against militancy, highlighting that solely relying on force is insufficient to combat this menace. In a time of grief and reflection, the Chief Minister’s words resonated with the gravity of the situation in the region.