DOGRA HERALD BUREAU
JAMMU, Dec 8
In a significant development, senior BJP leader and former Deputy Chief Minister, Kavinder Gupta, voiced his confidence in the upcoming Supreme Court verdict on Article 370, expressing belief that it will chart the course for a brighter future for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
In a statement issued today, Gupta emphasized that the people of Jammu and Kashmir have endured prolonged suffering under the shadow of Article 370. He underscored how this discriminatory provision had unjustly deprived various communities, including Gorkhas, Safaikaramcharis, and refugees, of their fundamental rights for over seven decades, hampering the region’s overall development.
Gupta expressed faith in the Supreme Court’s commitment to prioritizing the welfare of the people of Jammu and Kashmir in its decision. Regardless of the outcome, he affirmed that the decision would be made with the best interests of the region at heart. Highlighting the positive impact of the abrogation of Article 370, Gupta pointed out the significant progress witnessed in key sectors such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure development since its revocation. The move, he asserted, has been instrumental in unlocking the region’s potential and fostering overall growth.
Optimistic about the Supreme Court’s impending verdict, Gupta anticipates that it will uphold the government’s decision to abrogate Article 370, further paving the way for development and progress in the region. He expressed his belief that the court would recognize the positive outcomes of removing Article 370, allowing the people of Jammu and Kashmir to enjoy the same rights and opportunities as their fellow citizens in the rest of the country.
Gupta’s statement reflects a broader sentiment within the region, echoing the aspirations for equitable rights and opportunities that have emerged since the revocation of Article 370.
As the Supreme Court prepares to deliver its verdict, the anticipation of positive developments and a transformative future for Jammu and Kashmir remains high.
