J&K continues completely disempowered: Sajad Lone

Srinagar, Aug 05: On the fifth anniversary of the revocation of Jammu and Kashmir's special status, Peoples Conference (PC) President Sajad Gani Lone today said that Jammu and Kashmir continues to be completely disempowered.

In a statement, he criticised the ongoing political situation in J&K. Lone condemned the continued absence of an elected assembly and the lack of local representation in governance, describing the situation as a "complete disempowerment" of the Kashmiri people.

He highlighted the stark reality that despite five years passing since the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir remains without an elected government, leaving local residents without a meaningful voice in their own affairs.

He lamented the "humiliating existence" that the people of the region have been subjected to and called for a renewed focus on addressing their grievances.

"August 5 will always be an ugly reminder of the complete disempowerment of the Kashmiri people. Five years on there is no elected Assembly and the locals have no say in running their own affairs. And sadly there aren’t enough powerful voices in the country to seek questions as to why J&K has been selectively targeted for such humiliating existence," he said.