JKAP Provincial Secretary Urges Centre to Consider Revoking AFSPA in Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar Mar 27: The Provincial Secretary of the Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party (JKAP), Umer Jaan, has warmly welcomed the statement made by Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the Centre’s contemplation of revoking the controversial Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in the region. Jaan emphasized the significance of this move in addressing the longstanding concerns and aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

Expressing wholehearted support, Jaan urged the Centre to take decisive actions towards revoking AFSPA, emphasizing its potential to usher in a new era of peace, stability, and prosperity for the region. He highlighted that such a decision would not only demonstrate the government’s commitment to democratic principles and human rights but also build trust and confidence among the local populace.

Jaan emphasized that the revocation of AFSPA could empower local governance structures and facilitate inclusive development in Jammu and Kashmir. He called upon the Centre to seize this opportunity and move forward with the consideration, asserting that the JKAP stands ready to support and collaborate with the government in its efforts towards achieving lasting peace and prosperity in the region.