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For decades, the people of Jammu and Kashmir—especially those who stood firmly with India during the height of terrorism—have waited for justice, recognition, and closure. The region, once riddled with separatist sympathies and cross-border terror, suffered not only from violence but also from political betrayal. Sadly, under the rule of past regional political parties, those most loyal to the idea of India were the ones most neglected.
One of the most glaring injustices lay in the treatment of terror-affected families. Thousands of innocent civilians lost their loved ones to brutal acts of terror, yet justice remained elusive. In some distressing cases, government jobs and welfare benefits were extended to the kin of terrorists or individuals with separatist affiliations—while the actual victims of terrorism were ignored. Shockingly, there were instances where those killed in encounters with security forces were declared “martyrs,” and their families were granted government appointments under SRO norms. This left many pro-India families in despair.
But that era is ending—and a new one has begun.
Under the determined leadership of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and the resolute vision of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, longstanding wrongs are being corrected. The abrogation of Article 370 was not merely a constitutional milestone—it marked a moral and administrative reset for Jammu and Kashmir. Today, governance is driven by national interest, not local dynasties. Policies are crafted in Delhi and implemented on the ground with unwavering intent.
For the first time in decades, the state is standing with the victims—not the aggressors. Job appointments have been provided to families who lost loved ones in terrorist attacks. FIRs are being filed to reopen long-ignored cases, and genuine efforts are underway to hold past perpetrators accountable. The machinery of justice, once misused or manipulated, is now being steered toward fairness.
The LG administration has opened up space for voices that were once silenced by fear. In areas where terrorist networks once dominated, development and peace efforts are now reaching the grassroots. Roads are being built, schools are functioning, and hope is slowly replacing helplessness.
I have personally witnessed moments that define this change: mothers hugging LG Manoj Sinha in tears, widows kissing his forehead in gratitude—not out of political loyalty, but because they finally feel seen, heard, and respected. These are not photo opportunities— they are glimpses of a Kashmir finally being restored.
The post-370 era is redefining accessibility, governance, and national integration. Terrorist sympathizers and pro-Pakistan voices—who once influenced hiring and welfare through political backdoors—are losing ground. The grip of greedy political actors who played both sides is loosening. In their place, a new, accountable system is taking root—one that listens to the cries of the victims and responds with action, not excuses.
Peace cannot be built on the silence of victims. Real healing only begins when justice is delivered—not in statements, but in deeds. And today, that justice is finally being served.
Thanks to the bold, unwavering leadership of LG Manoj Sinha and Home Minister Amit Shah, the healing of Jammu and Kashmir is no longer a hope—it is a reality in motion.
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