Omar Abdullah Marries Journalist Nidhi Razdan

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah married journalist and author Nidhi Razdan on Friday, October 30, 2026. The marriage was solemnized in New Delhi under the Special Marriage Act, with additional celebrations held in Srinagar. The couple announced the union via social media on Saturday, sharing photographs in traditional attire and describing the event as the start of a "new journey."

The ceremony was attended by close family members, including National Conference president Farooq Abdullah and veteran journalist MK Razdan. This is the second marriage for both individuals. Razdan was previously married to journalist and lyricist Neelesh Misra. Abdullah's first marriage to Payal Nath was dissolved by the Supreme Court of India on July 31, 2026, following a prolonged legal dispute and a subsequent mutual consent agreement.

Actress Hina Khan praised the union on social media, stating that Abdullah showed a "rock-solid spine" by choosing love despite potential religious criticism and political consequences. Khan suggested that while the marriage might affect his chances of being elected for another term, the personal choice outweighed those concerns.