Jammu, Oct. 27 -- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday drew a sharp distinction between National Conference (NC) stalwart Mian Altaf Ahmad and Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, emphasizing the former's seniority while downplaying any friction with the latter.
Addressing reporters, Abdullah said: "Kahan Mian Altaf aur Kahan Aga Ruhullah. Don't bring two persons on the same platform." He reiterated his deep respect for Mian Altaf, calling him "one of the senior-most leaders of the National Conference" and a "fatherly figure."
The remarks came in response to recent statements attributed to Mian Altaf, which had sparked speculation of differences within the party. Abdullah revealed that he personally called the veteran leader after readi...