New Political Front Takes Shape In Kashmir, And It’s Ready To Look Beyond Article 370 theprint.in

A new political front is in the works in Kashmir, amid the phased release of leaders detained when the Narendra Modi government scrapped Article 370 last August, ThePrint has learnt. The new formation is likely to draw its ranks from various political outfits in Jammu & Kashmir and could include activists, analysts and former journalists.

Crucially, it might prioritise statehood and a permanent domicile law over the restoration of Article 370, under which Jammu & Kashmir enjoyed special status, individuals privy to discussions about the new front said. According to the sources, the proposed front will be announced as soon as all stakeholders arrive at a consensus. “We have to fight with the BJP within the system laid down by it. There are no other options,” a politician involved in the talks said.