Srinagar, Nov 10 (KNO): In a significant development, National Conference (NC) president Dr Farooq Abdullah has written to all party legislators, asking them to submit their preferences for being attached to ministers as part of informal advisory groups.
According to a letter accessed by the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), NC president stated that during a recent meeting with party legislators, it was decided to constitute informal advisory groups of MLAs to be attached to each minister.
"These legislators will act as a bridge between the party and the government. Ministers will be asked to hold regular meetings with their advisory groups and keep them informed of policy initiatives and the progress being made in their respective departments," the letter reads.
The move is being seen as an attempt to address discontent among party MLAs following the recent cabinet expansion. In a memorandum submitted to the party leadership, the dissident legislators had suggested the constitution of consultative committees comprising MLAs to be attached to ministers.
According to the letter, each legislator can be a member of up to two advisory groups.
The MLAs have been asked to submit, in writing, a list of three ministers in order of their preference.
"The lists will be prepared and notified. Let us ensure that all legislators send in their preferences. Kindly complete this exercise within two weeks," the letter states—(KNO)