Lok Sabha passes J&K Reorganisation Bill |
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed the passing of landmark bills pertaining to Jammu and Kashmir in Parliament, with overwhelming support. Saluting the courage and resilience of the people of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh, PM Modi, in a series of tweets, said, a better tomorrow awaits them. He stated that the Bills pertaining to Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh will ensure integration and empowerment. On Tuesday, the Lok Sabha also passed The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2019 through voting. Replying to the debate, Home Minister Amit Shah said that scrapping of Article 370 is essential as it is a hurdle in connecting Kashmir to India`s mainstream. Parliament also adopted the resolution revoking the special status given to Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 of the Constitution, with the Lower House Lok Sabha also approving it after the Rajya Sabha had adopted a similar resolution on Monday. Home Minister Amit Shah assured that Narendra Modi government has no intention of removing Article 371, which gives special status to North eastern states to preserve their tribal culture. He added that Naga Accord and Article 370 have no relation at all. The Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die a day before schedule and was the most productive session since 1952. The Lok Sabha had 37 sittings and passed as many as 36 Bills.
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