President’s Rule Extended for 6 More Months in J&K
New Delhi: The Lok Sabha on Friday gave its nod to extend President's Rule in Jammu and Kashmir for another six months beginning July 3, with Home Minister Amit Shah asserting that Assembly elections in the state will be held in a “democratic, free and fair manner” as soon as the Election Commission (EC) announces the dates.
Shah also told Lok Sabha that Article 370 of the Constitution which extends special status to Jammu and Kashmir, is "temporary in nature" and "not permanent".
The Lok Sabha also cleared the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill, 2019, to replace an ordinance issued by the previous government.
People living along the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir will get benefits of reservation in direct recruitment, promotion and admission in professional courses on par with those living along the Actual Line of Control (ALoC), according to the Bill.
Replying to the statutory resolution seeking extension of President's Rule in the state, and the amendment Bill, Shah said that the Narendra Modi government had 'zero tolerance' policy towards terrorism and its ideology was to ensure “protection of borders and make the country free of terrorism.”
He said the government has spent Rs 2,307 crore to upgrade security apparatus in the state.
Shah blamed Congress and the then prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru for “one-third of J&K” not being “with India”, drawing a sharp reaction from Congress members.
The House witnessed disruptions over Shah naming Nehru.
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