Why Did J&K L-G Manoj Sinha Summon the Legislative Assembly on October 23?
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Synopsis
Jammu and Kashmir's Lt Governor Manoj Sinha has summoned the legislative assembly for an important session on October 23, 2025. The assembly's discussions are expected to focus on critical issues like statehood and reservation. This session marks a significant event in the political landscape of J&K following recent disruptions.
Key Takeaways
- The legislative assembly session will be held on October 23, 2025.
- Major discussions will focus on statehood and reservation issues.
- This marks the third session of the current J&K assembly.
- The assembly last convened on April 29, 2025.
- Disruptions in previous sessions impacted key resolutions.
Srinagar, Sep 27 (NationPress) The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, has officially announced a session of the legislative assembly to convene on October 23. The session is set to begin at 10 a.m..
The formal notification states: “I, Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, in accordance with Section 18(1) of the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019, hereby summon the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly to meet in Srinagar on Thursday, the 23rd of October, 2025 at 10:00 AM.”
“All Hon’ble Members are requested to be present as per Rule 3 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business of the Assembly,” the notification added.
The recommendation to summon the assembly was made by the J&K Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, on October 13.
This upcoming session will mark the third meeting of the J&K Union Territory’s inaugural Assembly. The previous assembly session took place on April 29, 2025, where members condemned a tragic terror attack in Pahalgam that resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians due to an attack by Pakistan backed LeT terrorists.
According to the Jammu & Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, there should not be a gap exceeding six months between the last sitting of one session and the first sitting of the next.
“The Lieutenant Governor shall summon the Legislative Assembly to meet at a suitable time and place, ensuring that no more than six months pass between its last sitting in one session and the date set for its first sitting in the subsequent session,” as stated in the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019.
Given the current context, it is anticipated that discussions around statehood and reservation will take center stage during the assembly proceedings.
In the last session, three resolutions regarding statehood were lost due to interruptions caused by the National Conference, following the rejection of an adjournment motion presented by its legislators concerning the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025.
Additionally, the issue of reservation was raised multiple times in previous discussions. The detention of MLA Mehraj Malik and the challenges faced by fruit trucks on the Srinagar-Jammu highway are also likely to be addressed.
Point of View
I believe that the upcoming session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly is crucial. The focus on statehood and reservation highlights the region's ongoing challenges. Engaging in constructive dialogue is essential for the progress and stability of Jammu and Kashmir, and it is imperative for all stakeholders to collaborate effectively.
NationPress
27/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the legislative assembly session take place?
The legislative assembly session is scheduled for October 23, 2025, at 10 a.m.
What are the main issues expected to be discussed?
The main issues expected to be discussed include statehood and reservation.
Who recommended the summoning of the legislative assembly?
The J&K Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, recommended the summoning of the assembly.
