BJP’s Celebration of Jammu and Kashmir’s Downgrading: A Reflection on Broken Commitments

It’s disheartening to witness the celebration of the downgrading of historical Dogra State. The BJP’s refusal to honor its commitment, even after five years since the arbitrary action on August 5, 2019, has left many feeling betrayed. JKPCC Chief Spokesperson Ravinder Sharma rightly points out that celebrating the loss of status, dignity, identity, and rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly the destruction of Dogra identity, is indeed surprising.

Rather than celebrating this unfortunate event, it would be more meaningful for the BJP to address the concerns of the people. Perhaps they should answer what tangible achievements have been made during these five years, rather than exacerbating the wounds of the affected communities, especially the Dogras¹.

As citizens, we hope for a more empathetic and responsible approach from our leaders, one that prioritizes the well-being and rights of the people over political agendas.