BJP Marks 7th Anniversary of Article 370, 35A Abrogation, Reaffirms Development Push in J&K

BJP leaders and workers in Anantnag celebrated the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A, highlighting development, governance reforms and national integration in Jammu and Kashmir.

Post Published By: Sreeja Chowdhury
Updated : 5 August 2026, 1:45 PM IST

Anantnag: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday celebrated the seventh anniversary of the scrapping of Articles 370 and 35A with the help of a celebration programme held at Anantnag in south Kashmir.

The function was graced by top BJP leaders along with workers and supporters of the party who termed this move of the government as an important step in the process of national integration of Jammu and Kashmir.

Development and Governance Issues Emphasized by BJP

Speaking at the meeting, BJP officials stated that the abrogation of the special constitutional provision had made the process of integrating Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of India much more rapid. They argued that it has helped in accelerating the development of infrastructure, good governance and the expansion of welfare programs as well as making new avenues for investments and jobs.

Moreover, some other measures taken by the government during the last several years were pointed out. It was stressed that welfare services have been provided to all people regardless of any discrimination. People were asked to actively participate in the development of their homeland.

Development and Governance Issues Emphasized by BJP

Speaking at the meeting, BJP officials stated that the abrogation of the special constitutional provision had made the process of integrating Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of India much more rapid. They argued that it has helped in accelerating the development of infrastructure, good governance and the expansion of welfare programs as well as making new avenues for investments and jobs.

Moreover, some other measures taken by the government during the last several years were pointed out. It was stressed that welfare services have been provided to all people regardless of any discrimination. People were asked to actively participate in the development of their homeland.

Simultaneous Programmes in J&K

The programme ended with the party workers showing their faith in the policies of the Centre and believing that more development, peace and democracy would strengthen the future of the region.

The programme was conducted as a part of a series of programmes held in J&K by the BJP on the occasion of the 7th anniversary of the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A.

Location :  New Delhi

Published :  5 August 2026, 1:45 PM IST