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J&K Chief Minister tables resolution for full statehood in Assembly
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🗓 25 Sep 2026, 04:16 PM
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The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir moved a resolution in the state assembly seeking full statehood for the region.
In a recent session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, the Chief Minister formally introduced a resolution calling for the restoration of full statehood to the region. The move underscores the government's intent to pursue constitutional change that would revert the area from its current Union Territory status.
The demand for statehood has been a longstanding political issue since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, which altered the region's special status. Statehood advocates argue that it would provide greater autonomy, legislative powers, and financial resources to address local development needs.
The resolution now heads to further debate and voting within the assembly, with opposition parties expected to voice their positions. Analysts suggest that any shift will require approval from the central government and possibly a constitutional amendment, making the path ahead politically complex.
The demand for statehood has been a longstanding political issue since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, which altered the region's special status. Statehood advocates argue that it would provide greater autonomy, legislative powers, and financial resources to address local development needs.
The resolution now heads to further debate and voting within the assembly, with opposition parties expected to voice their positions. Analysts suggest that any shift will require approval from the central government and possibly a constitutional amendment, making the path ahead politically complex.