Will Move SC Over J&K Statehood Restoration Delay: Farooq Abdullah
The restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, a long-standing demand of the people of the region, continues to remain a contentious issue between the National Conference (NC) and the Centre. The NC President, Farooq Abdullah, has recently issued a warning to the Centre, stating that his party will approach the Supreme Court if there is an inordinate delay in the restoration of statehood to the now Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Abdullah’s remarks came amidst the ongoing deliberations between the NC and the Centre over the restoration of statehood to the region. The NC has been demanding the restoration of statehood since the Centre’s decision to revoke Article 370 and bifurcate Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories in August 2019.
In an interview with Hindustan Times, Abdullah said, “After the elections, people wanted their issues to be resolved immediately, but statehood (not being restored) is stopping us.” He further added, “If there is an inordinate delay, we will approach the Supreme Court.”
Abdullah’s statement is a clear indication of the frustration and disappointment being felt by the people of Jammu and Kashmir over the Centre’s inaction on the issue of statehood restoration. The NC has been a key player in the region’s politics, and Abdullah’s comments reflect the party’s commitment to fighting for the rights of the people.
The issue of statehood restoration has been a major point of contention between the NC and the Centre. The NC had been demanding that the Centre restore the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir, which was revoked in 2019. However, the Centre has been dragging its feet on the issue, citing various reasons, including the need for a comprehensive review of the situation in the region.
The NC’s warning to approach the Supreme Court is a significant development, as it highlights the party’s willingness to take legal recourse to ensure that the rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir are protected. The party has been demanding that the Centre hold polls in the region, which has been under a military lockdown for over two years.
The Centre’s decision to revoke Article 370 and bifurcate Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories was widely criticized by the people of the region, who felt that their rights and identity were being eroded. The NC, along with other regional parties, has been demanding the restoration of statehood and the holding of polls in the region.
The issue of statehood restoration has significant implications for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The restoration of statehood would allow the region to have more control over its affairs, and would also give the people a sense of ownership and identity. The Centre’s inaction on the issue has led to widespread resentment and frustration among the people of the region, who feel that their rights are being ignored.
The NC’s warning to approach the Supreme Court is also significant in light of the recent developments in the region. The Centre has been accused of using various tactics to suppress the voices of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, including the use of force and detention of political leaders. The NC’s decision to approach the Supreme Court reflects the party’s commitment to fighting for the rights of the people, even in the face of adversity.
In conclusion, Farooq Abdullah’s warning to approach the Supreme Court over the delay in the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir is a significant development in the ongoing saga of the region. The NC’s commitment to fighting for the rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir is unwavering, and the party’s willingness to take legal recourse to ensure that the rights of the people are protected is a testament to its dedication to the cause.
