{"id":60247,"date":"2025-03-07T05:43:47","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T05:43:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/earlypostdaily.com\/?p=60247"},"modified":"2025-03-07T05:43:47","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T05:43:47","slug":"omar-abdullah-slams-bjp-over-article-370-psa-and-development-claims","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/earlypostdaily.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/omar-abdullah-slams-bjp-over-article-370-psa-and-development-claims\/","title":{"rendered":"OMAR ABDULLAH SLAMS BJP OVER ARTICLE 370, PSA, AND DEVELOPMENT CLAIMS"},"content":{"rendered":"

Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah<\/strong> launched a scathing attack on the BJP<\/strong> in the Assembly today, questioning the party\u2019s stance on the abrogation of Article 370<\/strong>, the role of the Maharaja<\/strong>, and the use of the Public Safety Act (PSA)<\/strong>. He challenged the ruling party, asking whether removing special status had resolved all issues, especially when terrorism has increased in the Jammu region.<\/strong><\/p>\n

BJP\u2019s Development Claims Under Fire<\/strong><\/h3>\n

During his 40-minute speech<\/strong> in response to the Motion of Thanks to the Lieutenant Governor\u2019s Address<\/strong>, Abdullah asked Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma<\/strong> to specify which development projects<\/strong> were impossible under Article 370. \u201cAIIMS, IIT, IIM, and Ring Road projects<\/strong> were all initiated before 2019,\u201d he stated, debunking BJP\u2019s claims of improved development post-abrogation.<\/p>\n

He further challenged the BJP’s narrative on terrorism<\/strong>, asking: \u201cIf Pakistan is responsible for terrorism, why blame Article 370? And if Article 370 was responsible, then why oppose talks with Pakistan?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Increase in Terrorism Post Abrogation<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Abdullah pointed out that during the NC-Congress Government<\/strong>, terrorism in Jammu had been controlled. \u201cNow, terrorist attacks are happening in Reasi, Rajouri, and even against pilgrims. Can BJP deny this?<\/strong>\u201d he questioned.<\/p>\n

Article 370: A Fight on Two Fronts<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The National Conference (NC)<\/strong> remains hopeful about Article 370\u2019s restoration<\/strong>, both legally and politically. Abdullah reminded the House that the Supreme Court ruling<\/strong> is not the final word, hinting at a potential review. \u201cDuring Rajiv Gandhi\u2019s time, BJP had only two MPs. Did anyone then think they would be where they are today?<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n

Corruption and Jal Jeevan Mission Controversy<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Targeting BJP\u2019s claims of reduced corruption post-abrogation, Abdullah cited BJP\u2019s own MLAs\u2019 allegations<\/strong> about scams in Jal Jeevan Mission, mining, and land use policies<\/strong>. \u201cIf corruption ended, why are BJP leaders calling it \u2018Jugadu Jeevan Mission<\/strong>\u2019?\u201d he asked.<\/p>\n

The Debate on PoJK and China-Occupied J&K<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Taking on External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar\u2019s<\/strong> statements about reclaiming PoJK<\/strong>, Abdullah challenged, \u201cWho stopped you? Why only talk about PoJK? Why not bring back the part of Jammu and Kashmir occupied by <\/em>China<\/em><\/strong>?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Legacy of the Maharaja and Changing History<\/strong><\/h3>\n

He defended Maharaja Hari Singh\u2019s legacy<\/strong>, stating that NC and Congress never insulted him. \u201cHe gave us this State. What did you do? You broke it into two UTs.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

He accused BJP of hypocrisy, saying, \u201cThey rename places across India, but in J&K, we never touched institutions named after the Maharaja.<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n

On the Abolition of July 13 and Sheikh Abdullah\u2019s Birth Anniversary Holidays<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Omar dismissed the cancellation of July 13 and December 5 holidays<\/strong>, stating that even if official holidays are scrapped, \u201ctheir sacrifices cannot be erased.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Statehood Will Be Restored Soon<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Expressing confidence that J&K will regain statehood within a year<\/strong>, he remarked, \u201cNext year\u2019s Legislative Address will be delivered by a Governor, not an LG.<\/strong>\u201d He emphasized that the loss of Statehood had lowered J&K\u2019s political standing<\/strong>, noting that as CM of a full-fledged state, he ranked above a Union Cabinet Minister<\/strong>, but today he ranks below a Union MoS.<\/em><\/p>\n

Commitment to Fulfilling Election Promises<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Abdullah assured that his government will deliver on every promise<\/strong> made in their manifesto<\/strong>, from A to Z. He reiterated NC\u2019s pledge to:<\/p>\n

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  • Release political prisoners<\/strong> unjustly detained.<\/li>\n
  • Seek amnesty for detainees not involved in serious crimes.<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Address arbitrary termination of government employees.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    A Strong Stand Against PSA<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    He criticized BJP\u2019s defense of the PSA<\/strong>, arguing that using preventive detention<\/strong> laws suggests a weak legal case. \u201cIf you had solid evidence, why not use regular legal provisions instead of PSA?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

    Business Rules Finalized for Smooth Governance<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    He revealed that J&K\u2019s new business rules<\/strong> were finalized in a Cabinet meeting<\/strong> and submitted for Lieutenant Governor\u2019s approval<\/strong> to ensure clarity in governance. \u201cUntil statehood is restored, we must ensure smooth functioning.<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n

    Final Word: A Call for Justice and Dignity<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    He concluded by reaffirming NC\u2019s commitment to statehood, dignity, and development<\/strong>, warning BJP that silencing voices will not suppress the demand for justice.<\/strong> \u201cWe live with our hope, and you live with yours. Who knows what the future holds?<\/strong>\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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