Return of patriarch: Farooq steps in as NC old guard reasserts influence to check Omar

The National Conference is experiencing a significant shift as the old guard, led by Farooq, reclaims influence to counter Omar Abdullah's leadership. This internal conflict may provide an opportunity for opposition parties to challenge the current government. Summarized for Lokha News from the public feed published by The Hindu. The full report is at the original link. This note does not add facts beyond that summary.