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Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge write to PM Modi for Jammu and Kashmir statehood; CM Omar Abdullah welcomes move

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 16 July 2025
Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have urged Prime Minister Modi to restore statehood to Jammu & Kashmir via a parliamentary bill during the monsoon session. They also advocated for Sixth Schedule constitutional safeguards for Ladakh, addressing cultural, developmental, and political needs while protecting rights and identity.
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