"Probably First Time Since '87/88...": Omar Abdullah On J&K Poll Dates
NDTV
Mr Abdullah, a former Chief Minister, said his party stands ready for the election but raised an eyebrow at the poll body's decision to spread voting over three phases.
National Conference leader Omar Abdullah called on the Election Commission - which on Friday afternoon announced dates for Jammu and Kashmir's first Assembly election in 10 years - to take notice of concerns over the reshuffle of senior police officers and chiefs before polling.
The NC leader said there were fears "this was done to benefit the BJP".
Mr Abdullah, a former Chief Minister, said his party stands ready for the election but raised an eyebrow at the poll body's decision to spread voting over three phases. Minutes earlier the EC said J&K would vote on September 18 and 25, and October 1, with results on October 4.
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