Srinagar, April 7 -- Reaffirming Jammu and Kashmir's emotional and constitutional connection with New Delhi, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said the people of J&K still consider it a state in spirit and wish to be a vital part of the country's journey of progress.Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the 3rd Lok Samvardhan Parv-an event celebrating unity, participation, and progress, Omar welcomed Union Minister of Parliamentary and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and made an earnest appeal for continued support from the Centre.The Lok Samvardhan Parv is being held at the University of Kashmir from April 5 to 13 under the theme 'Bhagidari se Bhagyodaya'."Despite J&K not being a state constitutionally, we are still of the firm belief...