Irrelevant to Discuss Article 370 in J&K Assembly Session: BJP
The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly session has been underway, with the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, addressing the house. However, a senior BJP MLA and Leader of Opposition in the Assembly, Sunil Sharma, has opined that discussing Article 370 in the current session is irrelevant and would be a waste of time.
In an interview, Sunil Sharma emphasized that the topic of Article 370 has been extensively debated and discussed in the past, and it would be futile to revisit it now. He stated, “It’s irrelevant now” to discuss Article 370 in the Assembly. “It would be a waste of time if we will have the discussion on Article 370 (in the Assembly),” Sunil said.
Sunil Sharma’s comments come at a time when the J&K government has been focusing on reviving the state’s economy and improving the living conditions of its citizens. The government has been working towards implementing various developmental projects, including the establishment of industrial units, improvement of infrastructure, and promotion of tourism.
However, Sunil Sharma expressed disappointment over the Lieutenant Governor’s address to the Assembly, stating that it failed to reflect the promises made by the state’s present government. He felt that the LG’s address did not provide any concrete solutions to the pressing issues faced by the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
The BJP MLA’s comments have sparked a debate among political circles, with some arguing that Article 370 is still a contentious issue that needs to be addressed. Others have suggested that the government should focus on more pressing issues, such as improving healthcare and education, rather than revisiting the topic of Article 370.
Article 370 was a constitutional provision that granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. It was repealed by the Indian government in 2019, following the abrogation of the state’s special status. The move was seen as a major step towards integrating Jammu and Kashmir more closely with the rest of the country.
However, the decision to repeal Article 370 has been met with strong opposition from certain sections of society, including some political parties and religious groups. They argue that the move has undermined the state’s autonomy and has led to a decline in the living standards of its citizens.
Despite the controversy surrounding Article 370, the J&K government has been working towards implementing various developmental projects aimed at improving the lives of its citizens. The government has launched several initiatives, including the establishment of industrial units, improvement of infrastructure, and promotion of tourism.
In recent years, Jammu and Kashmir has seen significant growth in the tourism sector, with the state attracting a large number of visitors from across the country and abroad. The government has also been working towards promoting entrepreneurship and creating job opportunities, particularly among the youth.
Despite these efforts, the state still faces several challenges, including issues related to healthcare, education, and infrastructure. The government has been working towards addressing these issues, including the establishment of new hospitals and schools, improvement of roads and other infrastructure, and promotion of entrepreneurship and job creation.
In conclusion, the debate over Article 370 in the J&K Assembly session is unlikely to yield any significant results. The topic has been extensively debated and discussed in the past, and it is unlikely to provide any concrete solutions to the pressing issues faced by the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Instead, the government should focus on implementing various developmental projects aimed at improving the lives of its citizens. The establishment of industrial units, improvement of infrastructure, and promotion of tourism are some of the key initiatives that can help drive economic growth and improve the living standards of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
