No Assembly Can Undo SC Decision on Article 370: Sunil Sharma
Srinagar 04 March 2025: In a recent statement, Sunil Sharma, Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, declared that discussing Article 370 is “foolishness” as the Supreme Court of India has legitimized its abrogation. Sharma emphasized that no assembly in the country has the power to overturn the decision of the Parliament regarding the abrogation of Article 370.
Supreme Court’s Verdict:
Sharma highlighted that the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the abrogation of Article 370 has settled the matter once and for all. “Discussing Article 370 is foolishness as the Supreme Court has legitimized its abrogation. No assembly in the country has the power to overturn the decision of the Parliament,” Sharma stated.
Criticism of Sajad Lone:
Sharma criticized People’s Conference Chairman and MLA Handwara, Sajad Lone, for staging a walkout from the Assembly over the issue of Article 370. “Lone’s love for Pakistan has resurfaced again as his sasural (in-laws) are there,” Sharma remarked, adding that Lone is frustrated after barely winning the election and is alone in the Assembly.
A Closed Chapter:
Sharma asserted that the abrogation of Article 370 is a closed chapter and that any discussion on the matter is a waste of time. “370 is no longer an issue. It is just a waste of time. It’s a closed chapter,” he said. He further emphasized that the BJP will focus on fulfilling its promise to grant statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
Bottom-Line:
Sunil Sharma’s remarks underscore the BJP’s stance that the abrogation of Article 370 is a settled issue and that any further discussion on the matter is unnecessary. His criticism of Sajad Lone and other political parties reflects the ongoing political tensions in Jammu and Kashmir.
