New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Supreme Court’s ruling on the abrogation of Article 370 as historic and constitutionally sound validation of the Parliament’s 2019 decision. Emphasising its significance, he termed the verdict a resounding declaration of hope, advancement, and solidarity for the people of Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh.
“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 5th August 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,” said PM Modi on Supreme Court judgement.
The Prime Minister further assured his commitment towards fulfilling the dreams of people of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh.
“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,” said PM Modi.
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 5th August 2019; it is a resounding declaration of hope, progress and unity for our sisters and brothers in Jammu, Kashmir and…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 11, 2023
Earlier, iIn a landmark judgement, the Supreme Court upheld the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir as constitutionally valid and also directed the Election Commission of India to conduct elections to the Legislative Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir by September 30, 2024.
The court declared that Jammu and Kashmir, upon its accession to India, did not maintain an aspect of internal sovereignty. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud emphasised that J&K’s integration into India was substantiated by Articles 1 and 370 of the Indian Constitution.
The Central government On August 5, 2019 had announced the revocation of the special status of Jammu and Kashmir granted under Article 370 and split the region into two union territories.