Srinagar, June 17: Member of Parliament Mian Altaf Ahmad on Wednesday said that the planned protest demanding restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir will be held as scheduled, asserting that raising such demands through peaceful demonstrations is a democratic right.
Speaking on the issue, Mian Altaf said the restoration of statehood is a legitimate and constitutional aspiration of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He maintained that peaceful protests provide a platform for people to express their concerns and seek fulfillment of commitments made to them.
“Protest to press for the restoration of statehood is our right and it will be held as per the schedule,” he said.
The MP said the people of Jammu and Kashmir have been consistently seeking the restoration of statehood and urged the Centre to address the demand at the earliest. He emphasized that the issue is linked with the aspirations, democratic rights and participation of the people.
Mian Altaf’s remarks come amid increased political activity and renewed demands from different parties and leaders for restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
Political leaders have repeatedly highlighted that statehood restoration is important for strengthening democratic institutions, enhancing public participation and ensuring effective governance in the region
