Gurdaspur, May 26: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Devender Singh Rana on Sunday termed the revocation of Article 370 as a watershed moment in the history of the country.
“The visionary bold decision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has brought about positivity in the socio-political, economic and developmental landscape of Jammu and Kashmir,” he said while addressing a series of public meetings in the Dinanagar assembly constituency.
Rana said, “The revocation of Article 370 from the Indian Constitution has not only redrawn the political contours of the country but has also heralded a new era of unity, integration, and progress in Jammu and Kashmir and has opened up new vistas of opportunity for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, unleashing their latent potential and empowering them to partake in the fruits of development and progress enjoyed by their fellow citizens across the country.”
He said the historic turnout in the Parliamentary elections across Jammu and Kashmir in general and the valley in particular after decades of turmoil will go down in the annals of history with golden letters and is a reflection of the people’s resolve to have a peaceful resurgent J&K. It reiterates their faith in the Indian democracy and decisive strong-willed leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi which has transformed Jammu & Kashmir, he said.
The BJP leader said the changing Jammu and Kashmir underscores the transformative vision and the resolute leadership of PM Modi is being acknowledged all over the world. “His unwavering commitment to empowering every region of India, including Jammu and Kashmir, has played a pivotal role in instilling hope and confidence among the citizens. Under his decisive and strong-willed stewardship, J&K has witnessed a paradigm shift, transitioning from a state of unrest to one of renewal and growth,” he said.
Rana said the huge participation of voters demonstrates the “collective resolve of the people to break free from the shackles of the past and embrace a future defined by peace, stability, and inclusive development”. “It reaffirms their appreciation and endorsement of the ideals being cherished by the Prime Minister in accordance with his vision of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas. This also reflects people’s unflinching faith in democracy and their unwavering belief in the spirit of unity and progress under decisive leadership,” he added.
Devender Rana said this “historic moment” marks a significant milestone and serves as a poignant reminder of the indomitable spirit of its people and their unwavering resolve to shape a future defined by peace, progress, and prosperity. He exuded confidence that this spirit will be demonstrated in Punjab, going to polls in the last phase, as elsewhere in the country.
“The vote for the BJP will be the people’s decisive mandate to Prime Minister Modi to steer the country on the path of Viksit Bharat with renewed confidence and vision,” he said.
Rana exhorted the voters of Punjab to come forward in a big way on the day of polling and support the BJP’s mission to make India the third economy in the next five years.
