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Farooq says J&K’s special status is a National Conference legacy cherished by people
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 06:02 AM
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National Conference leader Farooq asserted that Jammu and Kashmir’s special status is a legacy of the party and remains close to the hearts of the region’s residents.
Jammu and Kashmir political veteran Farooq reiterated that the Union Territory’s special status, granted under Article 370, is fundamentally a legacy of the National Conference (NC). Speaking at a press conference in Srinagar, he emphasized that this constitutional provision continues to resonate deeply with the local populace.
Farooq highlighted that the NC, which spearheaded the demand for autonomy in the 1950s, played a pivotal role in shaping the region’s political identity. He argued that the removal of the special status in 2019 overlooked the historical aspirations of the people and the party’s contributions.
The leader called for a renewed dialogue with the Centre, urging policymakers to consider the sentiments of Kashmiris who still view the special status as a symbol of their distinct cultural and political heritage.
While no immediate policy shift was announced, Farooq’s remarks underscore the continuing relevance of the NC’s narrative in the ongoing debate over Jammu and Kashmir’s constitutional framework.
Farooq highlighted that the NC, which spearheaded the demand for autonomy in the 1950s, played a pivotal role in shaping the region’s political identity. He argued that the removal of the special status in 2019 overlooked the historical aspirations of the people and the party’s contributions.
The leader called for a renewed dialogue with the Centre, urging policymakers to consider the sentiments of Kashmiris who still view the special status as a symbol of their distinct cultural and political heritage.
While no immediate policy shift was announced, Farooq’s remarks underscore the continuing relevance of the NC’s narrative in the ongoing debate over Jammu and Kashmir’s constitutional framework.