Jammu & Kashmir National Conference
Jammu & Kashmir National Conference is a major regional political party founded in 1932 and historically associated with Sheikh Abdullah. It focuses on the political, economic and social interests of Jammu and Kashmir and advocates its stated principles of equality, equity, amity and unity.
Party President
Party History
- 1932National Conference founded
Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah founded the organisation that became the National Conference.
- 1939Renamed National Conference
The organisation adopted the name All Jammu and Kashmir National Conference.
- 1975Indira-Sheikh Accord
Sheikh Abdullah returned to office as Chief Minister following the 1975 accord.
- 2014Assembly setback
The party won 15 Assembly seats.
- 2024Return to government
JKNC won 42 of 90 Assembly seats and formed the government with Congress support.
Top Leadership
- DFDr Farooq Abdullah
- OAOmar Abdullah
- HAHaji Ali Mohammad Sagar
- NANasir Aslam Wani
- RLRattan Lal Gupta
Election Performance
(Lok Sabha)State-wise Strength
(1 states)- Jammu and Kashmir
Financial Overview
No financial statements on record.
Organisational Structure
A network reaching from the national council down to booth level.
Major Policies & Agenda
Political and economic development focused on Jammu and Kashmir.
Advocacy for greater regional political and constitutional space within the Indian Union.
Support for welfare, employment and public services.
Promotion of communal harmony and pluralism.
Ideology & Vision
The party's stated principles emphasize equality, equity, amity and unity alongside the political and economic interests of Jammu and Kashmir.
Alliances
- INDIA blocAssociated
- Congress allianceGoverning alliance
Symbol & Colours
- Red
Connect with JKNC
Key Highlights
Past Presidents
(2)- Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah – present
- Dr Farooq Abdullah – present
All information is sourced from official and public records.