Srinagar: Farooq Abdullah on Thursday said that dialogue between India and Pakistan was the only practical way to resolve long-standing issues and expressed hope that both countries would respond positively to peace efforts.
Speaking to KNS, the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference president said peaceful engagement and discussions were essential for stability and progress in the region.
“Talks with Pakistan are the only way to resolve issues. I hope both the Central Government and Pakistan respond positively,” Abdullah said.
The former chief minister also dismissed attempts to weaken or divide the National Conference, saying the party remained united despite political conspiracies.
He said efforts to create differences within the party would not succeed and stressed that the National Conference continued to stand together.
Farooq Abdullah has repeatedly supported dialogue and diplomatic engagement between India and Pakistan, maintaining that peaceful relations are necessary for regional stability, development, and lasting peace in Jammu and Kashmir.