Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed concern over the unfair distribution of assets following the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in 2019. Omar emphasized resolving asset disputes amicably, avoiding prolonged court battles like Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The J&K government is working on fair asset distribution, particularly in Delhi and Chandigarh, to ensure both regions benefit equally.
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