Srinagar, Dec. 20 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Saturday defended his remarks on the Centre, saying he has always maintained a consistent stand and does not engage in politics aimed at pleasing anyone.
Reacting to criticism over praising the central government, Omar said he openly acknowledges where the Centre has helped and does not hesitate to point out where it has failed, particularly on the issue of restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
"I say the same thing everywhere. I am not among those who play politics and deceive people. Where the central government has helped, I have said so. Where it has not helped, I have said that as well," Omar told reporters in Srinagar after chairing a review meeting on wint...