Four years after the particular standing to Jammu and Kashmir was achieved away with, the Supreme Court of India right now upheld the Union Government’s choice to abrogate Article 370. However, it mentioned that each choice taken by the Centre on behalf of a State cannot be topic to a authorized problem. The apex courtroom additionally requested the Election Commission of India to carry an meeting election within the state by September 30, 2024.Â
The order drew combined reactions from the political quarters. Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned that the Supreme Court verdict on the abrogation of Article 370 is historic and constitutionally upholds the choice taken by the Parliament of India on fifth August 2019.
“It is a resounding declaration of hope, progress and unity for our sisters and brothers in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh. The Court, in its profound wisdom, has fortified the very essence of unity that we, as Indians, hold dear and cherish above all else,” mentioned PM Modi on X.
He additional mentioned, “I want to assure the resilient people of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh that our commitment to fulfilling your dreams remains unwavering. We are determined to ensure that the fruits of progress not only reach you but also extend their benefits to the most vulnerable and marginalised sections of our society who suffered due to Article 370.”
Prime Minister Modi mentioned that the decision isn’t just a authorized judgment however it’s a beacon of hope, a promise of a brighter future and a testomony to the federal government’s collective resolve to construct a stronger, extra united India.
Jammu Kashmir National Conference chief and former Chief Minister mentioned, “Disappointed but not disheartened. The struggle will continue. It took the BJP decades to reach here. We are also prepared for the long haul.”
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