Srinagar, Dec 07: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) president, Tariq Hamid Karra on Saturday reiterated the party’s demand for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that it is crucial for both the region and the nation.
Speaking exclusively to KNS, Karra said the Congress party has consistently raised this issue, not only in Jammu but also in other parts like Rajouri. He said the demand for statehood has been a priority for the party ever since the revocation of Article 370 in August 2019.
“The restoration of statehood is not only important for the people of Jammu and Kashmir but is also in the national interest,” Karra said.
He expressed concern at the Central government’s reluctance to address the demand, questioning why the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the government have not moved forward with the process. “We have repeatedly reminded the Prime Minister and Home Minister about this pressing issue, yet there is no clear action,” he added.
The JKPCC chief further said that the Congress party will continue to push for the restoration of statehood, calling it an essential step towards ensuring the well-being and development of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. “We will not back down on this demand,” he said.
The Congress has been actively advocating for the region’s full political and constitutional rights. (KNS)
