President’s rule in Jammu & Kashmir has been withdrawn, clearing the path for the formation of a new government in the region. This comes after the National Conference-Congress alliance’s victory in the recent elections, with Omar Abdullah set to become the next Chief Minister.

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• President’s rule ended in Jammu & Kashmir.
• Union Home Ministry issued a notification.
• Omar Abdullah will lead the new government.
• National Conference-Congress alliance won elections.
• President’s rule was imposed in October 2019.
• Central rule replaced President’s rule after J&K became a union territory.
• Articles 239 and 239A govern UT administration.
• Section 54 of J&K Reorganisation Act covers CM appointment.
• J&K was split into two UTs in 2019 (Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh).
• Special status under Article 370 was removed in August 2019.