Omar Abdullah, the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, has strongly rejected the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) assertions of possible defections within the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC). He stated that there will be 'no Eknath Shindes' in his party, referring to the recent political split in Maharashtra. Abdullah emphasized that all JKNC members are united and will not rebel against the party. He attributed the delay in expanding his Cabinet to the ongoing lack of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir, rather than any internal discord. Abdullah criticized the BJP's motives, suggesting that their claims reflect their eagerness to seize power in the region. He also highlighted that the BJP will be held accountable for the denial of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, indicating that the central government may not restore statehood unless the BJP is in power locally. This exchange comes amidst tensions in the political landscape, with opposition leaders speculating on the stability of the JKNC.