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Kashmir poll

12 9
19.09.2024

The elections in Kashmir, beginning on Wednesday, signal a significant turning point for the region, as they take place for the first time in a decade under profoundly altered circumstances. These elections are not merely about forming a new government but are deeply intertwined with the larger issue of Kashmir’s identity and autonomy, which has been a contentious subject for decades. With the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, Kashmir lost its special status, and since then, it has been governed by Delhi with limited self-governance.
The stakes in this election, therefore, extend far beyond the usual dynamics of electoral politics. The revocation of Article 370, which was justified by the Union government as necessary for the region’s development and integration, continues to cast a long shadow over the political landscape. Many Kashmiris still view the move as a betrayal, stripping them of their political autonomy and exclusive rights to land........

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