Better Late than Never, I Welcome It: J&K CM on Indo-Pak Ceasefire
The recent announcement of a ceasefire between India and Pakistan has sent shockwaves across the globe. The two nuclear-armed neighbours had been locked in a tense standoff along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir, with both sides exchanging heavy fire and causing significant damage. The ceasefire, which came into effect on February 25, has brought a sense of relief to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, who had been living in fear of a full-scale war.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has welcomed the ceasefire announcement, saying that it is “better late than never.” In a statement, CM Omar said, “We wholeheartedly welcome the India-Pakistan ceasefire announcement. Had it happened two days earlier, we might have avoided the bloodshed and the precious lives lost.”
The ceasefire comes as a huge relief to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, who had been bearing the brunt of the tense situation along the LoC. The region had seen a significant increase in ceasefire violations by Pakistan, with over 300 shells being fired into Indian territory in a single day. The Indian Army had responded with equal force, leading to a significant escalation of violence.
The CM’s statement highlighted the gravity of the situation, saying that the ceasefire could have been implemented earlier to avoid the loss of lives. He emphasized that it was now the responsibility of the J&K administration to provide relief to the people without delay.
“We need to provide relief to the people who have been affected by the violence. We need to ensure that they get the support they need to rebuild their lives,” CM Omar said.
The people of Jammu and Kashmir have been severely affected by the violence along the LoC. Many have been displaced, and several villages have been evacuated due to the constant shelling. The economic situation in the region has also been severely impacted, with many businesses forced to shut down due to the violence.
The ceasefire announcement has been welcomed by all sections of society in Jammu and Kashmir. The people are relieved that the violence has come to an end, and they are hoping that the two countries will work towards a peaceful resolution of their differences.
The international community has also welcomed the ceasefire announcement. The United States, the European Union, and other countries have called for a peaceful resolution of the Kashmir issue, and have urged both India and Pakistan to work towards reducing tensions along the LoC.
The ceasefire announcement is seen as a significant development in the ongoing dialogue between India and Pakistan. The two countries have been engaged in talks for several months, with the aim of resolving their differences over Kashmir. The ceasefire is seen as a step towards reducing tensions and creating a conducive environment for further talks.
In conclusion, the ceasefire announcement between India and Pakistan is a significant development that has brought relief to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. While the CM has welcomed the announcement, saying that it is “better late than never,” the people are hoping that the two countries will work towards a peaceful resolution of their differences. The international community has also welcomed the ceasefire, and is urging both countries to work towards reducing tensions along the LoC.
