Srinagar, Oct. 7 -- Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday expressed deep concern over what he described as attempts to suppress truth and derail democratic dialogue in the Union Territory. Addressing reporters in Srinagar, Choudhary strongly criticised the Lieutenant Governor's administration, calling for restoration of statehood and greater accountability in governance.

The Deputy CM said the people of Jammu and Kashmir have endured countless challenges over the decades, but have never abandoned their faith in justice. "We have survived long periods of uncertainty. But we have never lost hope. Our trust remains in the Constitution and the Supreme Court of India, which rises above caste, creed, or region,"...