'Better late then never': Omar Abdullah on Jamaat Islami leaders contesting J-K polls

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah welcomed the banned Jamaat Islami leaders' participation in the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir elections, stating it's "better late than never." He emphasized the importance of democracy and expressed confidence in the National Conference-Congress alliance. People's Conference leader Sajad Lone also expressed satisfaction with Jamaat-affiliated individuals contesting, highlighting their past political interactions and ideological differences. The elections are set for October 4.