Srinagar- Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) President, Tariq Hamid Karra, on Saturday reiterated the party’s demand for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that it is crucial for both the region and the nation.
Karra said that the Congress party has consistently raised this issue, not only in Jammu but also in other parts like Rajouri. He noted that the demand for statehood has been a priority for the party ever since the revocation of Article 370 in August 2019.
“The restoration of statehood is not only important for the people of Jammu and Kashmir but is also in the national interest,” Karra stated. He expressed concern at the Central Government’s reluctance to address the demand, questioning why the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the government have not moved forward with the process. “We have repeatedly reminded the Prime Minister and Home Minister about this pressing issue, yet there is no clear action,” he said, as per news agency KNS.
Karra further stated that the Congress party will continue to push for the restoration of statehood, calling it an essential step towards ensuring the well-being and development of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
“We will not back down on this demand,” he concluded. The Congress has been actively advocating for the region’s full political and constitutional rights.
Business Rule Confusion Directly Impacting Power Sector in J&K
Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) chief, Tariq Karra, has called for clarity on the electricity supply situation in Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting key issues affecting power generation and distribution in the Union Territory (UT).
Karra said that the state relies heavily on hydropower, which depends on adequate rainfall. “For months, there has been little to no rain, directly impacting power generation. Most of our electricity is produced through hydropower plants, and the lack of rainfall has significantly reduced generation levels,” he explained.
Karra also highlighted the importance of electricity being supplied from the National Grid. He pointed out that during winters, Kashmir depends on the National Grid, while in summers, the supply is crucial for Jammu. “We need to see whether electricity is coming from the National Grid or not. The availability from this source must be ensured to meet the rising demand in both regions,” he said.
Highlighting governance issues, Karra raised concerns about confusion over decision-making powers in the UT’s electricity sector. “There is uncertainty about who holds authority over power generation and distribution in the UT—whether it is the LG administration or the state government. This confusion stems from the business rules not being clearly defined,” he added.
Karra stressed that resolving these issues is essential to avoid disruptions in electricity supply. “Once the business rules are clarified, this confusion may end, and electricity management can improve,” he concluded.
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