With the Assembly polls nearing, Home Minister Amit Shah lambasted the Congress-NC alliance during a rally in Jammu, accusing them of attempting to revive the "old system" in the region. He also promised that statehood would be restored at an "appropriate time" after the elections, and emphasized that the NDA government will continue to combat terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. The BJP's manifesto for the upcoming polls includes a unique scheme that will provide financial assistance to the eldest woman in every family and free gas cylinders under the Ujjwala scheme.
Jammu and Kashmir: BJP Promises Statehood Restoration, Attacks Congress
As the Assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir draw near, the political landscape in the region is buzzing with activity. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the ruling party at the center, has been actively campaigning, promising various initiatives and attacking its rivals.
BJP's Rally and Promises
In a recent rally in Jammu, Home Minister Amit Shah took aim at the Congress-National Conference alliance, accusing them of trying to bring back the "old system" in the region. He also pledged that statehood would be restored at an "appropriate time" after the elections.
Additionally, Shah emphasized that the BJP government would continue to fight terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. He highlighted the party's manifesto, which includes a scheme to provide financial assistance to the eldest woman in every family, as well as free gas cylinders under the Ujjwala scheme.
Background
Jammu and Kashmir has been under direct central rule since the collapse of the BJP-People's Democratic Party (PDP) coalition government in June 2018. The region has witnessed a prolonged separatist movement and periodic incidents of violence.
In 2019, the BJP government abrogated Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. The move was met with protests and criticism from some quarters, but the BJP defended it as necessary for the region's integration with the rest of India.
Top 5 FAQs
1. When will statehood be restored in Jammu and Kashmir?
The BJP has promised to restore statehood to Jammu and Kashmir at an "appropriate time" after the elections. However, the specific timeframe is not known.
2. What is the "old system" that the BJP alleges the Congress-NC alliance wants to revive?
The "old system" refers to the period before the abrogation of Article 370, when Jammu and Kashmir enjoyed special status and had its own constitution and flag. The BJP claims that this system created a barrier between the region and the rest of India and allowed separatist elements to flourish.
3. What is the NDA government's stance on terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir?
The NDA government has adopted a zero-tolerance approach to terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. It has increased security measures, including the deployment of additional troops and the use of technology. The government has also launched a number of rehabilitation initiatives for former militants.
4. What is the BJP's manifesto for the upcoming polls?
The BJP's manifesto for the upcoming Assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir includes a number of promises, including:
5. What is the current status of the separatist movement in Jammu and Kashmir?
The separatist movement in Jammu and Kashmir has been weakened in recent years due to the government's security measures and rehabilitation initiatives. However, some elements of the movement continue to operate, and there have been occasional incidents of violence.
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