Srinagar, July 26: The Policy Analysis and Research Cell of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday held a special high tea event and press meeting here and discussed the “significant shifts” resulting from the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu & Kashmir.
According to a party statement issued here, the primary speakers Abhijeet Singh Jasrotia, Veer Saraf, Mudasir Wani, Sajid Yousuf, Advocate Sheikh Salman, Sahil Bhat, vocal advocates of the abrogation of Article 370, led the discussions in an interactive session. They shared detailed insights, contributing to an atmosphere of openness and mutual understanding, it said.
During the meeting, the BJP announced two pivotal events on August 05, 2023, each with a focus on the impact and benefits of the abrogation of Article 370.
The first event will be held on August 5, at the Municipal Park, adjacent to the BJP office in Jawahar Nagar. Advocate Sheikh Salman, a strong supporter of the abrogation, will be officially joining the party during this assembly, the party said, adding that this event provides an excellent opportunity for attendees to receive firsthand information about the benefits of Article 370 abrogation.
The second event is a marathon/rally that will take an enlightening journey from Nehru Park to the Royal Spring Golf Course. “The rally will primarily see participation from top athletes of the valley, who will run to express their solidarity and support towards the abrogation of Article 370,” the statement said, adding, “This run, expected to be led by Advocate Sheikh Salman, not only mirrors the ongoing journey of Jammu & Kashmir but also exemplifies the collective strides forward under the new regulations.”
“These two events reflect the BJP’s commitment to facilitating open dialogues about the progress that has followed the reading down of Article 370, with an emphasis on participation, interaction, and transparency,” the party said.