Jammu and Kashmir – In a dramatic turn of events during the ongoing Legislative Assembly session, a resolution demanding the restoration of Article 370 has been approved, reigniting tensions between the ruling National Conference party and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This marks a significant moment in the region's political landscape, as the assembly convenes for the first time in over a decade under newly appointed Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. The third day of the assembly session saw heated exchanges between parties as various topics were deliberated, culminating in the passing of the motion that seeks to reinstate the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, which was revoked by the central government in 2019.
The BJP has strongly opposed the motion, labeling it as a detrimental step for the region's governance and stability. Following the approval of the resolution, BJP MLAs erupted in protest, accusing the ruling party of undermining national interests. This uproar emphasized the deep divisions within the assembly, as slogans against the government echoed through the hall. The BJP’s vehement resistance comes in the wake of the Supreme Court's ongoing deliberations regarding the validity of the central government's decision to abrogate Article 370.
The approval of the resolution was facilitated by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, who rallied support from the National Conference and Congress members. The renewed call for special status has sparked renewed political interest in Jammu and Kashmir, with the potential for escalating confrontations between the two main political factions. As the assembly session continues, it remains to be seen how this motion will impact the political dynamics in Jammu and Kashmir and whether it will influence the ongoing legal discussions surrounding Article 370. The people of Jammu and Kashmir are once again at the crossroads of a heated political debate that could redefine their region's identity and governance.
