India Reaffirms Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh Integral to Nation

The government today reaffirmed that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India, reaffirming their constitutional status as Union Territories. The statement follows the 2019 reorganisation that merged the former state of Jammu & Kashmir into two Union Territories. Officials highlighted that the move reflects India’s commitment to national unity and territorial integrity. International observers note that the clarification aims to reassure stakeholders about the country’s territorial claims.