Brig Anil Gupta (retd)

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As demands for statehood in Jammu & Kashmir grow louder ahead of the upcoming byelections, the issue has become more than just a routine political slogan-it’s turning into a rallying cry. Politicians are already urging the public to unite and raise their voices against what they say is a denial of rights. But who actually stands to gain from the shift from Union Territory (UT) status to statehood? Is it the everyday citizen, or the exclusive class that historically held sway over the region?

Why Does Statehood Matter-And To Whom?

For the common man living in Jammu or Kashmir, whether the region is a UT or a state rarely changes day-to-day life. Basic struggles remain the same: water, electricity, roads, education, and healthcare. But for the el

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