‘One nation, one Constitution’ has been the governing mantra to justify the effective nullification of Article 370 that granted J&K ‘special status’. The move to bring apparent constitutional equality between Kashmir and the rest of India has been cheered by ruling party supporters, yet millions of Kashmiris still remain denied the basic rights of a modern society – namely internet and mobile connectivity. Ironically while the talk is about breaking walls between Kashmir and India, new walls are coming up across the country.
For example, the Supreme Court mandated NRC exercise in Assam has left 19 lakh individuals “stateless” even though several may well prove to be bona fide citizens. Detention camps are being built where these ‘illegal’ immigrants have to Read More
