Jammu, Feb. 21 -- Infuriated over the startling disclosure of Ghulam Nabi Azad regarding National Conference leadership's attempt to develop relations with the BJP-led government at the Centre, former Chief Minister Dr. Farooq Abdullah has launched a blistering attack on former Congress stalwart.

Dr. Farooq Abdullah strongly rebuked Ghulam Nabi Azad for what he termed as an "absurd" statement.

Reacting to Azad's claim about the Abdullahs seeking clandestine meetings with central leaders, Dr. Farooq Abdullah expressed dismay, saying, "I never anticipated such a reckless and baseless remark from someone of Ghulam Nabi Azad's caliber.".

Dr. Abdullah went on to criticize Azad for descending to a level unbecoming of a seasoned politician by m...