Jammu, Apr 07: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday met a group of law students who demanded the establishment of a National Law University (NLU) in Jammu, with the students saying he sought 10 days to consider the proposal.
According to the students, the Chief Minister assured them that the matter would be taken forward and expressed optimism that it would end on a positive note.
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. [KNT]
