Irrelevant to Discuss Article 370 in J&K Assembly Session: BJP
The recent assembly session in Jammu and Kashmir has been marked by controversies and heated debates. The latest development in this regard is the statement made by BJP MLA and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Sharma. According to Sharma, it is “irrelevant now” to discuss Article 370 in the assembly.
Sunil Sharma’s statement came after Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha addressed the assembly. However, Sharma was not impressed with the LG’s address, stating that it did not reflect the promises made by the state’s present government.
“It would be a waste of time if we will have the discussion on Article 370 (in the Assembly),” Sharma said during a press conference. His statement has sparked a fresh controversy in the state, with many politicians and citizens questioning the relevance of Article 370 in the current political scenario.
Article 370 is a constitutional provision that grants special status to Jammu and Kashmir. It was introduced in the Indian Constitution in 1954, and since then, it has been a subject of intense debate and controversy. The provision allows the state to have its own constitution, flag, and autonomy in certain matters.
The BJP, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has been a strong proponent of revoking Article 370. In 2019, the Centre abrogated the provision, and Jammu and Kashmir was divided into two union territories – Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.
However, the move was met with widespread protests and opposition from various quarters, including the National Conference (NC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which had been ruling the state in a coalition government.
Sunil Sharma’s statement is seen as a significant development in the context of the ongoing political situation in Jammu and Kashmir. The BJP has been trying to assert its dominance in the state, and Sharma’s statement is seen as an attempt to sideline the issue of Article 370 and focus on other pressing problems facing the state.
However, many politicians and citizens are skeptical about the BJP’s intentions. They feel that the party is trying to suppress the voices of the people of Jammu and Kashmir and impose its own agenda on the state.
The NC and the PDP have already criticized Sharma’s statement, saying that it is an attempt to divert attention from the real issues facing the state. The NC has been demanding the restoration of Article 370, while the PDP has been seeking the return of the state’s special status.
Jammu and Kashmir is currently facing a range of challenges, including economic stagnation, unemployment, and political uncertainty. The state has been under President’s Rule since August 2019, and many citizens are feeling disillusioned with the political situation.
In this context, it is essential to understand the relevance of Article 370 in the current political scenario. While the BJP has revoked the provision, many people in Jammu and Kashmir still see it as an essential part of their identity and culture.
The issue of Article 370 is also linked to the larger debate about the autonomy of Jammu and Kashmir. Many people in the state feel that the Centre is trying to impose its own agenda on the state, and that the state’s autonomy is being eroded.
In conclusion, Sunil Sharma’s statement that it is “irrelevant now” to discuss Article 370 in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly is a significant development in the ongoing political situation in the state. While the BJP may see Article 370 as a redundant provision, many people in Jammu and Kashmir still see it as an essential part of their identity and culture.
The controversy surrounding Article 370 is likely to continue, and it remains to be seen how the state’s politicians and citizens will navigate this complex issue in the future.
