Government committed to the democratic process for completion of delimitation train: Modi tells J&K leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his assembly with 14 leaders of eight mainstream political events of Jammu and Kashmir stated his authorities was committed to the democratic process and requested for cooperation in finishing the delimitation train for Assembly seats in the Union Territory which might lead to elections and eventual statehood.

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Government sources stated that in his deal with to political leaders from J&K, Prime Minister Modi stated “Dilli ki doori kam honi chahiye aur Dil ki door bhi” (The distance from Delhi the seat of central energy, and the distance between hearts ought to each be eliminated) to convey the spirit during which the assembly was referred to as.

Government sources stated Prime Minister Modi thanked all the taking part leaders for making it to Delhi for the assembly and requested that they “express their views frankly.”

“He said that his government was committed to the democratic process being restored in Jammu and Kashmir, the fair conduct of the District Development Council polls last year was a demonstration of that commitment,” stated a supply.

“He also asked that political parties constructively engage with the delimitation exercise following which Assembly polls could be held in the Union Territory. He emphasized that there can be political differences but national interest should be prioritized,” stated the supply. “Even one death in Jammu and Kashmir is painful and it is our collective duty to protect our younger generation,” Prime Minister Modi is reported to have stated at the assembly.

“When people experience corruption free governance, it inspires trust among the people and people also extend their cooperation to the administration and this is visible in Jammu and Kashmir,” stated a supply, quoting Prime Minister Modi.

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Sources additionally stated that on being informed by nearly each political celebration that statehood wanted to be restored to Jammu and Kashmir, Home Minister Amit Shah, who spoke earlier than Prime Minister Modi stated that the authorities was “sworn” to restoring statehood.