Early Times Report
Jammu, Jan 27: Despite the Congress party's repeated criticism of the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre for not restoring Jammu and Kashmir's statehood, the National Conference on Monday clarified that it does not see any need for confrontation with the Union Government over the issue.
Senior National Conference leader and MLA from Hazaratbal, Salman Ali Sagar, expressed optimism about the restoration of statehood, stating that it is a matter of process rather than immediate orders.
Speaking to reporters, Sagar said, “National Conference remains confident that the Government of India, particularly the Prime Minister and the Home Minister, understand the importance of fulfilling the mandates necessary for restoring Jammu and Kashmir's statehood and special status. But yes, restoration of statehood is not a matter of orders but a process.”
The National Conference leader emphasized that the issues of statehood and special rights had been extensively The NC remains confident that J&K's statehood will be restored.
Issues of statehood and special rights had been extensively debated in the J&K Assembly and NC is committed to resolving these matters.
We do not foresee any confrontation with the center. We are sure that the mandates given to us by the people will lead to the restoration of statehood.
Our issues are primarily local, and we are confident that the central government will take them seriously in due course.
“We do not foresee any confrontation with the center. We are sure that the mandates given to us by the people will lead to the restoration of statehood. Our issues are primarily local, and we are confident that the central government will take them seriously in due course,” Sagar said.
He dismissed suggestions from opposition parties about the need for agitation, stressing that the National Conference remains focused on constructive development and addressing local concerns.
“We believe in dialogue and trust that the central government will fulfill its promises in the near future. Unnecessary conflicts will not serve the people of Jammu and Kashmir,” he added.
The National Conference's position highlights its reliance on a peaceful and collaborative approach, maintaining hope that the Centre will deliver on its commitments to the region. | 