Srinagar,Nov 6 (ANB): Jammu and Kashmir's former Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah today said the Legislative Assembly has fulfilled its responsibility after the Speaker passed a resolution regarding the Special Status of J&K.
However, the resolution didn’t specify Article 370 and Article 35 A. The resolution instead sought a dialogue on the special status and subsequent constitutional rights and guarantees.
Omar said the Assembly has performed its constitutional duty, and now it is up to the central government to address these issues.
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly witnessed heated debates and protests on the third day of its session as Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary introduced a resolution to restore Article 370. The resolution, which calls for the reinstatement of Jammu and Kashmir's special status, was ultimately passed by a majority vote, sparking significant backlash from opposition members, according to the Associated News Bureau (ANB).
Surinder Choudhary, representing the government, presented the resolution shortly after the Assembly convened. The resolution highlighted the importance of the constitutional guarantees that previously protected the unique identity, culture, and rights of Jammu and Kashmir's people. It urged the Government of India to engage in dialogue with elected representatives from the region and consider constitutional measures to restore these protections.
Health Minister Sakina Itoo, a senior National Conference (NC) leader, seconded the resolution, reflecting strong support within the ruling party. The resolution also stressed that any restoration process should ensure both national unity and the legitimate aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Other legislators including Sheikh Khursheed and Shabir Kullay, along with People’s Conference chief Sajad Lone and three legislators from the PDP, expressed their support for the resolution.
After a tense debate, Speaker Abdur Rahim Rather put the resolution to a vote, where it passed with a majority. This decision led to continued protests from the BJP, resulting in the Speaker adjourning the House for 15 minutes to restore order. (ANB)
