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PM advocates dialogue process for peace in Kashmir | The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, has appealed to all groups to join the dialogue process to find a peaceful solution to the situation in Kashmir.
Addressing an all-party meet in the national capital, Dr. Singh appealed to people
in the state to give peace a chance, promising infrastructure and development
in the state. "I believe we need a political solution that can address the feeling
of alienation in the people, and we are ready for dialogue," said the Prime Minister.
Admitting that the government's Kashmir policy needs to do more, the Prime Minister
hinted at reviewing and ammending the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA).
Dr Singh state that he empathised with the youth of the State and that every effort
will be made to meet their hopes and aspirations. "I feel the pain and alienation
of youngsters protesting on the streets. I appeal to the youth in Jammu and Kashmir
to go back to their schools and colleges. We must ask ourselves if our children
do not study, what future they'll have," said the Prime Minister whie stressing
that all political parties must look for a peaceful resolution to the problem,
by galvanising the youth. Dr. Singh also said that the central government would
extend all possible help to the state government in resolving the situation on
the ground and mitigating tensions. He promised early local body elections in
the state, to ensure greater public participation in the administration. The government
has formed an expert committee headed by former RBI governor Dr C Rangarajan to
explore ways to enhance employment opportunities in the state. The committee will
also have Infosys mentor NR Narayanmurthy. The BJP stayed away from the all party
meet, and Jammu and Kashmir 's main opposition party - the PDP - will reportedly
meet the Prime Minister separately, an NDTV report stated. |
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