Statehood would be restored only by Parliament not NC or PDP: Sharma

Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, May 24: Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma today said that Statehood would be restored only by Parliament, not by the National Conference (NC) or the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).

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Speaking to reporters during his visit to north Kashmir’s Karnah, Sharma urged people not to be misled by the claims of certain parties regarding statehood restoration.
“NC and PDP have no role in the restoration of statehood. People should instead demand basic facilities like free electricity, additional ration, and subsidised LPG from them,” he said.
He emphasised that statehood would be restored at the “right time” through Parliament and under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
A delegation of the J&K BJP visited several shelling-affected villages to assess the on-ground situation and express solidarity with families impacted by recent cross-border shelling from Pakistan.
Apart from Sunil Sharma, the delegation included J&K BJP President Sat Sharma, BJP National Secretary Dr. Narinder Singh, J&K BJP General Secretary Dr. D.K. Manyal, and BJP Spokesperson R.S. Pathania.
They were accompanied by Kupwara District President Rafiq Shah, senior leader Anwar Khan, local BJP district team members and other senior party functionaries.
During the visit, the delegation toured several affected areas including Dhani, Trungi, Chowkibal, Tarboni, Batpora, and other nearby villages in the Tangdhar subdivision, which have borne the brunt of Pakistani shelling in recent days.
The BJP leaders interacted extensively with local residents, particularly those whose homes and properties were damaged or whose lives were disrupted by the constant threat of shelling.
Sat Sharma assured residents that all their grievances had been duly noted.
He said: “The BJP stands shoulder to shoulder with the people living in border areas. We will prepare a comprehensive report to be submitted to the Government of India to ensure that relief, compensation, and long-term rehabilitation measures are implemented at the earliest.”
He further emphasised the need for improved infrastructure and emergency response systems in these vulnerable areas.
Sunil Sharma, while interacting with locals, lauded their bravery and resilience, stating, “The people living on the borders of our nation are true patriots. Their courage and unbreakable spirit in the face of adversity is no less than that of a soldier defending the nation.”
Dr. Narinder Singh underlined the party’s commitment, saying, “this visit is not symbolic. We are here to listen, record, and act. The BJP is dedicated to finding long-term solutions for the safety and development of border communities.”
Dr. D.K. Manyal added, “Immediate medical and psychological support is critical for families, especially children, exposed to trauma due to shelling. We will push for mobile health units and trauma counselling centres.”
R.S. Pathania highlighted the need for a strong policy framework to support the affected population. He stressed that the existing relief mechanisms must be overhauled to ensure swift and effective responses in times of crisis.

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