Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, December 11, termed the Supreme Court's verdict on the abrogation of Article 370 is historic. Modi said the verdict is not just a legal judgment but it is a beacon of hope, a promise of a brighter future.
In a post on X, Modi said, "Today's Supreme Court verdict on the abrogation of Article 370 is historic and constitutionally upholds the decision taken by the Parliament of India on August 5, 2019. It is a resounding declaration of hope, progress and unity for our sisters and brothers in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh. The Court, in its profound wisdom, has fortified the very essence of unity that we, as Indians, hold dear and cherish above all else."
Modi added, "I want to assure the resilient people of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh that our commitment to fulfilling your dreams remains unwavering. We are determined to ensure that the fruits of progress not only reach you but also extend their benefits to the most vulnerable and marginalised sections of our society who suffered due to Article 370. "
In a landmark judgment, the apex court upheld that the abrogation of Article 370 as constitutionally valid. The court held that the Constitution of India is applicable fully to Jammu and Kashmir. The court held that Jammu and Kashmir ceded to the sovereignty of India in totality and does not retain any sovereignty.
The Bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud directed the Election Commission to hold elections the Union Territory of J&K by September 30, 2024. The court also directed the Centre to restore the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir at the earliest. `
Here's what other political leaders said about the verdict:
Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, Congress MP: The Centre should conduct elections in Jammu and Kashmir as soon as possible and also restore full statehood.
Amit Shah, Union Home Minister: I welcome the Supreme Court of India's verdict upholding the decision to abolish Article 370. On August 5, 2019, PM Narendra Modi took a visionary decision to abrogate Article 370. Since then peace and normalcy have returned to J&K.
Sajad Lone, former J&K MLA: The Supreme Court verdict on Article 370 is disappointing. Justice yet again eludes the people of J&K. Article 370 may have been legally obliterated but will always remain a part of our political aspirations. In the case of statehood the Supreme Court sidestepped even commenting on it, thus protecting the entire country from any future misuse, by citing precedence. Yet the same misuse was subtly endorsed in J&K. Let us hope at a future date Justice wakes up from its slumber of pretence.
Ghulam Nabi Azad, former J&K CM: It (the court verdict) is sad and unfortunate. But we have to accept it (the verdict).
First Published: Dec 11, 2023 1:23 PM IST
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