The newly formed Jammu and Kashmir government, led by Omar Abdullah, has passed a resolution in its first cabinet meeting urging the Centre to restore statehood to the Union Territory. Chief Minister Abdullah is set to travel to Delhi to personally hand over the resolution to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This move marks a significant step in the ongoing efforts to restore Jammu and Kashmir’s pre-2019 status.
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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, despite a health scare during a campaign rally in Jammu and Kashmir, reiterated his commitment to restoring the region’s statehood and criticized the BJP government’s handling of the elections. His strong words against Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflect the escalating political tensions in the region.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Congress leader, pledged to restore Statehood to Jammu and Kashmir if her party comes to power. She accused the BJP of using the region as a political pawn and criticized the current administration as a ‘puppet government’ controlled by the BJP. Gandhi also raised concerns about unemployment, land grabbing, and the ‘Agnipath’ scheme, vowing to address these issues if the Congress wins the upcoming Assembly elections.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a scathing attack on the NC-Congress alliance during a BJP rally in Jammu, accusing them of attempting to destabilize the region. He also promised statehood for Jammu & Kashmir after the upcoming elections. Shah made several key statements about terrorism, development, and the upcoming assembly elections.
Rahul Gandhi Demands Restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s Statehood, Accuses BJP of Snatching Identity
Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in India’s Lok Sabha, has accused the ruling BJP government of eroding the identity of Jammu and Kashmir by revoking its statehood and turning it into a Union Territory. He demanded the restoration of statehood and criticized the BJP for its policies, which he believes are based on hatred and fear. He promised to fill government vacancies and prioritize the welfare of daily wage workers if his party comes to power.
Ireland, Spain, and Norway have officially recognized Palestine as a state, a move that has drawn mixed reactions. The decision comes as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues to escalate, with heavy fighting and civilian casualties reported on both sides. The move has been welcomed by Palestinian authorities but criticized by Israel and some Western nations. It remains to be seen what impact the recognition will have on the ongoing negotiations for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Meanwhile, both sides continue to call for a ceasefire and international intervention to resolve the crisis.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to restoring Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood, emphasizing that it is a solemn promise they intend to fulfill. He highlighted the record voter turnout in Srinagar as a testament to the people’s faith in the government’s efforts to enhance democracy in the region. Modi also expressed hope that the positive changes brought about in Jammu and Kashmir in recent years will become irreversible, creating a future free from violence and marked by prosperity and progress.