Congress Demands Restoration of Statehood for Jammu and Kashmir

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Modi government of betraying Jammu and Kashmir by denying it statehood. A protest, along with high-profile meetings, was staged demanding statehood restoration. Congress leaders emphasize the democratic rights of J&K people and the need to fulfill promises made in Parliament.

Accusing the central government of longstanding betrayal, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has called for the restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. This comes as the Congress unit from Jammu and Kashmir staged a protest at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar, a movement backed on the ground by Kharge and former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi.

The Congress remains unwavering in its stand to protect the rights and interests of the people of J&K. After meeting with local leaders, Gandhi emphasized Congress's commitment to the cause. Social media posts, including images from the protest, were shared to highlight their demand for constitutional rights to be honored.

Amid criticisms of democratic setbacks, party leaders at the protest, including K C Venugopal, underscored the need to restore statehood. This critical issue is poised for debate in the upcoming Monsoon session of Parliament, with Congress pushing for legislation to reinstate J&K's status.

(With inputs from agencies.)