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COMMENDING PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI AND THE INDIAN PARLIAMENT FOR
PROMOTING STABILITY IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR
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HON. GEORGE HOLDING
of north carolina
in the house of representatives
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Mr. HOLDING. Madam Speaker, I rise today to discuss the situation in
Jammu and Kashmir.
As we all have seen, the Indian parliament passed legislation last
month changing the status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. They
modified provisions that were an obstacle to economic development and
promoted a sense of separatism.
Up until recently, Kashmir had been governed by Article 370, which
was an outdated provision of law that the Indian constitution
recognized as ``temporary.''
Article 370 might have worked well for those with political
connections, but it denied economic opportunities for the people.
I also created a polarizing environment that was exploited
politically. During the past decades, thousands of people lost their
lives due to terrorist attacks. Several groups based in Pakistan were
able to conduct cross-border terrorism that wreaked havoc on
individuals and families, and led to a morbid economy.
The Modi government had to make a decision on whether to continue
with the old policy or to pursue progress by changing the region's
legal status.
Madam Speaker, the people of Jammu and Kashmir deserve better and
Prime Minister Modi was right to take bold steps to address this
situation. Changes to the status of Jammu and Kashmir passed Parliament
by a two-thirds majority, which highlights the consensus on the need
for this reform.
Even with these changes, those seeking to cause disruption have
continued to promote violence.
Pakistan-based terror groups have recently floated posters warning
common citizens against venturing out, going to work, and visiting
public places. The groups have continued to engage in cross-border
terrorism and have attacked civilians and children. These militant
groups have also attacked migrant workers and those who are involved in
the apple business, which is the chief crop of Kashmir.
Madam Speaker, in order for Jammu and Kashmir to flourish, there must
be peace and stability. Individuals and families need to feel safe when
they leave their homes and go to work.
The steps that Prime Minister Modi and the Parliament have taken are
needed, they're good for the long-term stability of the region, and
they should be applauded.
https://www.congress.gov/congressio...ns-of-remarks-section/article/e1385-3?s=1&r=1
PROMOTING STABILITY IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR
______
HON. GEORGE HOLDING
of north carolina
in the house of representatives
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Mr. HOLDING. Madam Speaker, I rise today to discuss the situation in
Jammu and Kashmir.
As we all have seen, the Indian parliament passed legislation last
month changing the status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. They
modified provisions that were an obstacle to economic development and
promoted a sense of separatism.
Up until recently, Kashmir had been governed by Article 370, which
was an outdated provision of law that the Indian constitution
recognized as ``temporary.''
Article 370 might have worked well for those with political
connections, but it denied economic opportunities for the people.
I also created a polarizing environment that was exploited
politically. During the past decades, thousands of people lost their
lives due to terrorist attacks. Several groups based in Pakistan were
able to conduct cross-border terrorism that wreaked havoc on
individuals and families, and led to a morbid economy.
The Modi government had to make a decision on whether to continue
with the old policy or to pursue progress by changing the region's
legal status.
Madam Speaker, the people of Jammu and Kashmir deserve better and
Prime Minister Modi was right to take bold steps to address this
situation. Changes to the status of Jammu and Kashmir passed Parliament
by a two-thirds majority, which highlights the consensus on the need
for this reform.
Even with these changes, those seeking to cause disruption have
continued to promote violence.
Pakistan-based terror groups have recently floated posters warning
common citizens against venturing out, going to work, and visiting
public places. The groups have continued to engage in cross-border
terrorism and have attacked civilians and children. These militant
groups have also attacked migrant workers and those who are involved in
the apple business, which is the chief crop of Kashmir.
Madam Speaker, in order for Jammu and Kashmir to flourish, there must
be peace and stability. Individuals and families need to feel safe when
they leave their homes and go to work.
The steps that Prime Minister Modi and the Parliament have taken are
needed, they're good for the long-term stability of the region, and
they should be applauded.
https://www.congress.gov/congressio...ns-of-remarks-section/article/e1385-3?s=1&r=1
