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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Sets Tone for BJP Campaign in Jammu and Kashmir

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah has signaled the BJP's approach to the upcoming assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing that Article 370 is history and cannot be restored. Shah also reiterated the government's stance against talks with Pakistan until terrorism ends. The BJP has launched its manifesto, which focuses on welfare measures for women, youth, and farmers, while also promising to address cultural and ideological issues in the state. Shah indicated that the party would explore options for alliances after the polls, excluding the three family-based parties, PDP, NC, and Congress.

Key Takeaways:

  • Amit Shah stated that Article 370 is history and cannot be restored, emphasizing the BJP's stance on the issue.
  • The party's manifesto focuses on welfare measures for women, youth, and farmers, as well as addressing cultural and ideological issues in Jammu and Kashmir.
  • Shah reiterated the government's position that talks with Pakistan are not possible until terrorism ends.
  • The BJP will not allow any changes to the reservation granted to Gujjars, Bakerwals, and Pahadis, as per Shah's promise.
  • Shah responded to Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi's comments on presidential rule in Jammu and Kashmir, pointing out that the rule was imposed during Gandhi's party's tenure in the state.
  • The BJP's manifesto includes a rehabilitation scheme for Kashmiri Pandits, aiming for their complete rehabilitation.
  • Shah stated that the party will explore options for alliances after the polls, excluding the three family-based parties, PDP, NC, and Congress.

Statistics:

  • 6000 people will be rehabilitated under the BJP's scheme for Kashmiri Pandits.
  • The party's manifesto focuses on welfare measures for women, youth, and farmers.
  • The BJP is committed to restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir at an 'appropriate time'.

Sources:

  • Jatin Takkar, published in [unknown publication], citing a press conference by Amit Shah in Jammu and Kashmir.

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