“Transformative decision for J&K & Ladakh”, Says HM Amit Shah
New Delhi, Srinagar: Prime Minister Narendera Modi Monday termed the Article 370 roll back a watershed moment in the history of India while as Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the transformative decision ushered in a new era of empowerment for marginalised sections and strengthened democracy in J&K and Ladakh.
The Prime Minister Modi wrote on micro blogging social networking site “X” formerly called “twitter” “Today we mark 5 years since the Parliament of India decided to abrogate Articles 370 and 35(A), a watershed moment in our nation’s history. It was the start of a new era of progress and prosperity in Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. It meant that the Constitution of India was implemented in these places in letter and spirit, in line with the vision of the great men and women who made the Constitution.”
He further stated that “With abrogation came security, dignity and opportunity for the women, youth, backward, tribal and marginalised communities who were deprived of the fruits of development. At the same time, it has ensured that corruption, which plagued J&K for decades, has been kept at bay. I assure the people of J&K and Ladakh that our Government will keep working for them and fulfil their aspirations in the coming times.”
The Home Minister Shah also wrote on X that today marks the five years since the historic abrogation of Article370 and 35A under PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s leadership.
“This transformative decision has ushered in a new era of empowerment for marginalized sections and strengthened grassroots democracy in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The region’s youth have driven socio-economic growth and cultural revival, making the Modi Govt’s efforts to foster peace and comprehensive development a grand success. We thank Modi Ji for this landmark decision and reaffirm our dedication to advancing the region’s aspirations and transformative progress.”
