President's Rule Revoked in Jammu and Kashmir: Preparations for New Government Underway

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:09pm on 15 Oct 2024,Tuesday Politics

The Centre has revoked President's rule in Jammu and Kashmir, paving the way for the appointment of a new Chief Minister. President Droupadi Murmu's notification cites the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, allowing for the restoration of local governance. President’s rule was initially imposed in 2018 after the collapse of the Mehbooba Mufti-led coalition government. This marks a significant shift as Jammu and Kashmir prepares for its first government in six years, following a prolonged period of central oversight due to political instability and security challenges in the region.

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