On his alliance with BJP, Sajad Lone said, "I don't see any difference in aligning with any national party-  I absolutely see no difference. I was their ally even before assembly elections of 2014 and it showed no difference in my pockets of strength and I see no difference even now."

On reports of him becoming CM with the support of BJP, he said, "We are preparing for parliament elections. I can't talk about formation of government."