Srinagar. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has cautioned Ladakh’s political leadership against relying merely on verbal promises from the Union Government concerning constitutional safeguards for land ownership and employment. He recommended that any assurances be captured in a legally‑binding, signed document.

Addressing reporters in Pulwama, Abdullah underscored that the challenges faced by Ladakh differ from those of Jammu and Kashmir, yet he offered his counsel as a friend and well‑wisher. He urged Ladakh and Kargil representatives to wait for a formal written pledge before placing confidence in any oral statements.

Recalling J&K’s own experience after the restoration of statehood was promised post‑assembly elections, Abdullah noted that nearly two years elapsed without the pledge being honoured. He suggested that Ladakh’s leaders could request a concrete document – even an affidavit – to cement the centre’s commitments.

During the same visit, the chief minister inspected ongoing development works in Pulwama. He announced that projects worth roughly ₹100 crore have either been inaugurated or have had foundation stones laid, encompassing new roads, schools, hospitals, bridges and a dairy‑processing village.

Regarding the current agitation by National Health Mission staff, Abdullah affirmed that protest is a democratic right but insisted his administration would engage with the workers once the strike is withdrawn. He appealed to the employees to return to the negotiation table to resolve their grievances.