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J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah slams viral ‘We are Gen Z’ video as goodwill‑erosion tactic
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 05:37 AM
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Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah condemned a trending video that claims "we are Gen Z," calling it a deliberate attempt to erode public goodwill towards the government.
A short video that repeatedly declares "we are Gen Z" has been shared widely on social media platforms, drawing attention for its cryptic message and youthful tone. The clip, which does not feature any official spokesperson, quickly became a talking point among netizens across the region.
Omar Abdullah, the chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, addressed the controversy in a press briefing on Thursday. He described the video as a "quickest way to erode goodwill" and warned that such content could be used to undermine the government's efforts to engage with young citizens.
The CM emphasized that the administration remains committed to transparent governance and urged the public to focus on verified information rather than sensationalist media. He also called on social media platforms to monitor and curb the spread of content that may destabilise public confidence.
No official source has claimed responsibility for producing the video, and authorities have not launched a formal investigation as of now. The incident highlights the growing influence of online trends on political discourse in the region.
Omar Abdullah, the chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, addressed the controversy in a press briefing on Thursday. He described the video as a "quickest way to erode goodwill" and warned that such content could be used to undermine the government's efforts to engage with young citizens.
The CM emphasized that the administration remains committed to transparent governance and urged the public to focus on verified information rather than sensationalist media. He also called on social media platforms to monitor and curb the spread of content that may destabilise public confidence.
No official source has claimed responsibility for producing the video, and authorities have not launched a formal investigation as of now. The incident highlights the growing influence of online trends on political discourse in the region.