Union Home Minister Amit Shah has reaffirmed that Jammu and Kashmir will regain its statehood, as previously promised. Speaking at the Times Now Summit 2025, Shah emphasized that the peaceful conduct of assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir demonstrates the region’s significant transformation. He noted that the 60% voter turnout and the absence of re-polling, tear gas, or bullets mark a substantial shift.
Although Shah refrained from disclosing a specific timeline for the restoration of statehood, he assured that the promise will be fulfilled. This assurance is consistent with his previous commitment to Parliament, made after the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019 and the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union territories.
The Home Minister’s statement has sparked interest, with many awaiting the restoration of statehood. The development is seen as a significant step towards addressing the region’s political and administrative needs.
