Face of Nation : Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the government’s decision to repeal Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, was taken after a lot of consideration and will definitely benefit the people.
In an interview to Economic Times, the Prime Minister said the move to withdraw Article 370 was “purely a domestic one”. “Let me tell you I have taken this decision after great deal of thought and I am quite certain about it and will take it forward for the benefit of the people,” Modi said. He also said that his government will work sincerely for a “naya Jammu Kashmir and naya Ladakh”. On Monday, PM Modi said he is very confident of building a ‘Naya Kashmir’.
“I am very confident of this happening. In fact, leading entrepreneurs have already expressed their interest in investing in Jammu & Kashmir. In today’s world, economic growth cannot happen in a closed environment. Open minds and open markets will ensure that the youth of the region will put it on the path of greater progress. Integration gives a boost to investment, innovation and incomes,” he said.
Modi added that the recent decision on Article 370 has ensured availability of stability, market access and predictable laws — parameters that are essential for investment — in the state.The Prime minister also emphasised on the acceleration of connectivity related projects in the state, such as roads or new rail lines and modernisation of the airports. “Better connectivity, better linkages and better investment will help products of the region reach across the country and the world, leading to a virtuous circle of growth and prosperity to the common man,” Modi said.
