Irrelevant to Discuss Article 370 in J&K Assembly Session: BJP
The recent Jammu and Kashmir Assembly session has been marred by a heated debate, with the BJP MLA and Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Assembly, Sunil Sharma, stating that it would be “irrelevant” to discuss Article 370 in the session. Sharma’s comments have sparked a wave of controversy, with many questioning the government’s intentions and the relevance of the issue in the current political landscape.
Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, was abrogated by the Indian government in August 2019. The move was seen as a significant step towards integrating the state with the rest of the country, and was widely welcomed by many as a necessary step towards national integration.
However, the issue has continued to be a contentious one, with many in the state still seeking its reinstatement. The BJP, which has been a strong advocate of the move, has been accused of reneging on its promises to the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Sharma’s comments have been seen as a reflection of the BJP’s stance on the issue. In an interview, he stated, “It’s irrelevant now” to discuss Article 370 in assembly. “It would be a waste of time if we will have the discussion on Article 370 (in the Assembly),” he said.
Sharma’s comments have been met with widespread criticism, with many questioning the government’s commitment to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The opposition parties in the state have accused the government of being insensitive to the people’s concerns and of failing to deliver on its promises.
The Jammu and Kashmir LG, Manoj Sinha, had addressed the Assembly earlier, but Sharma’s comments suggest that the government is not willing to engage with the issue. Sharma said that Sinha’s address did not reflect the promises made by the state’s present government, adding that the government has failed to deliver on its promises to the people.
The BJP’s stance on Article 370 has been seen as a significant departure from its pre-poll promises. During the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the party had promised to restore the state’s special status, but since coming to power, it has reneged on that promise.
The issue has taken a toll on the state’s politics, with many feeling betrayed by the government’s actions. The people of Jammu and Kashmir are still grappling with the aftermath of the abrogation of Article 370, and the lack of engagement with the issue by the government has only added to the sense of disillusionment.
The BJP’s stance on Article 370 has also been criticized by many as being insensitive to the people’s concerns. The party has been accused of being more interested in serving its own political interests than in delivering on its promises to the people.
The issue has also taken a toll on the state’s economy, with many feeling that the abrogation of Article 370 has led to a decline in investments and economic activity. The state’s tourism industry, which was once a major source of revenue, has been severely impacted, with many tourists choosing to avoid the state due to the uncertainty and tension.
In conclusion, the BJP’s stance on Article 370 in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly session has been met with widespread criticism, with many questioning the government’s commitment to the people of the state. The opposition parties have accused the government of being insensitive to the people’s concerns and of failing to deliver on its promises. The issue has taken a toll on the state’s politics and economy, and it is imperative that the government engages with the people and delivers on its promises.
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