Srinagar, Jun 21 (KNS): All India Kashmiri Samaj (AIKS) welcomes the imposition of President's rule in Jammu & Kashmir State after BJP withdrew its support to PDP-BJP coalition government in the afternoon today.
It was always felt that PDP and BJP are ideologically too different from each other to work smoothly in a coalition. However, we do appreciate that the verdict of the last election in the state was such that there appeared no alternative at that time but for the two to join hands to give the long-suffering State a stable government.
The coalition government had a great advantage as it represented all the people of the three regions of the State substantially . However, Kashmir-centric PDP used the opportunity to appease the separatists and their camp followers in order to increase its vote-bank in Kashmir.
On the other hand, BJP, by playing second fiddle to Mehbooba Mufti, alienated its voters in Jammu and Ladakh.
The unilateral cease-fire announced by the Centre during the month of Ramzan was the last straw that broke the camel's back.
The militants in Kashmir, not only did not reciprocate the Centre's gesture, they indulged in ruthless killings, particularly of civilians and Jawans proceeding on leave.
It is hoped that 'Operation All Out' which had been suspended during Ramzan, will be re-commenced with renewed vigour and the Jihadis dealt with a firm hand and eliminated completely to restore peace in the Valley.
It is also hoped that Government will deal firmly with those anti- national elements who provide financial, political and other over ground support to the militants.
AIKS appeals to the government to deal firmly with stone pelters and those who interfere with the conduct of operations against the militants.
AIKS also appeals to the government to ensure the safety and security of our brothers and sisters who are on pilgrimage to Tullamulla to attend the festival of Jyesht Ashtami there.
We also appeal to the government yo ensure the safe and smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra, which is commencing shortly. (KNS)