CM Omar Abdullah meets law students, seeks 10 days on Jammu NLU demand

The student representatives said Abdullah informed them that he also supports the idea of setting up an NLU in Jammu, similar to the one proposed for Kashmir, but indicated that time is needed to assess the financial aspects.

“He told us that he needs around 10 days as the issue has to be discussed in the cabinet and to see from where the budget allocation will be made,” a member of the student body said.

The students said the Chief Minister emphasized that the proposal would be examined carefully, particularly with regard to funding arrangements.

They expressed optimism following the meeting, saying they were hopeful that Jammu would also get a National Law University.

The demand for an NLU in Jammu had raised by student groups with the active support of right wing organizations seeking expansion of higher legal education infrastructure in the region.