The PM’s promise to hold the Lok Sabha elections in the UT without fear of violence during a poll rally in Udhampur highlights the government’s commitment to reestablishing normalcy.
Nonetheless, prompt fulfilment of these commitments is necessary, as is the preservation of democratic ideals and values in the area. India’s democracy will be undermined if statehood is not restored and assembly elections are not held on time.
Source: Outlook India
The region’s advancement is hampered by the UT’s protracted absence of an elected administration and its underrepresentation in the Rajya Sabha.The requirement for democratic representation and administration in J&K is reaffirmed by the Supreme Court’s directive to hold the Vidhan Sabha elections by September.
Resuming the electoral process is not only required under the constitution, but it is also a critical step in restoring public confidence. Beyond platitudes, the administration must address the aspirations of the people and lay forth a schedule and path toward these benchmarks.
Source: Wion
There are still major obstacles to overcome, despite the government’s commendable development endeavours in the areas of infrastructure, healthcare, and connectivity, as well as the drop in terror-related occurrences. Setting inclusive discourse and interaction with all stakeholders, including civil society and regional political parties, as a top priority is crucial. The people will be empowered and economic and political stability would be established in J&K with the restoration of statehood and the holding of free and fair elections.
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