National Conference Faces Criticism Over Article 370 Commitment in Jammu and Kashmir
NC abandoned fight for constitutional guarantees: Mehdi
Hindustan Times
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Aga Ruhullah Mehdi, a Member of Parliament from Srinagar, criticized the National Conference party for abandoning its commitment to restore Article 370 and constitutional protections for Jammu and Kashmir. He expressed that voters expected a fight for these rights, not statehood, which he claims was not the priority for the electorate.
- 01Aga Ruhullah Mehdi criticized the National Conference for neglecting the fight for Article 370.
- 02He stated that voters in Jammu and Kashmir expected a commitment to restore constitutional protections.
- 03Mehdi expressed resentment towards the party's shift in focus towards statehood.
- 04He highlighted that the electorate did not vote for statehood but for constitutional guarantees.
- 05The BJP also promised statehood, which Mehdi argues was rejected by the people.
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Aga Ruhullah Mehdi, a Member of Parliament representing Srinagar, has publicly criticized the National Conference (NC) party for abandoning its commitment to restore Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. Mehdi stated that the party was elected on the promise to fight for constitutional protections, yet it has shifted its focus towards statehood. He emphasized that voters in Jammu and Kashmir did not support the idea of statehood, as they were more concerned with the restoration of Article 370. Mehdi's comments reflect a growing resentment among the electorate towards the NC's current stance, as he believes the party has forsaken its primary promise to its constituents. He also pointed out that even the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had made similar promises regarding statehood, which the people of Jammu and Kashmir have rejected.
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The criticism from Mehdi may influence public sentiment and political dynamics in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly as the region approaches future elections.
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