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Omar Abdullah humorously demands Jammu and Kashmir's statehood restoration, while highlighting the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla railway link inauguration.

Omar Abdullah at Katra Statehood 

Omar Abdullah advocates for Jammu and Kashmir's statehood during the Katra train inauguration, emphasizing rail connectivity and infrastructure progress.

Omar Abdullah humorously demanded statehood restoration for Jammu and Kashmir during a train inauguration at Katra, highlighting past and current projects.

Mixing humour with political resolve, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday used the flagging-off ceremony of the first train to Kashmir by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Katra to subtly but clearly articulate his government's demand for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
Recalling the opening of the Katra railway station, the last programme of his first government in 2014, Abdullah pointed at a "coincidence" that four people present at the event on Friday were also on stage that day. Humorously pointing out the differing career trajectories of the persons involved, Abdullah said, "You (Narendra Modi) became the Prime Minister for the first time then... You came here right after the election. And by the grace of God, you inaugurated the Katra railway station here.
&ldquo;After that, you won the election twice in a row and remained the prime minister of this country. Your minister of state in the PMO, Jitendra Singh, was also present... Even our respected Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who was the minister of state for railways at that time, was present." Referring to his own position, Abdullah said, "And I, as the chief minister of a full-fledged state then, stand slightly demoted. I was the chief minister of a state. Now I am the chief minister of a union territory." "But I believe that it will not take long for this to be corrected. And with your help, Jammu and Kashmir will again attain the status of a state," Abdullah added.
The chief minister's direct plea for the restoration of statehood was met with applause by the large gathering.
The erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir was reorganised into two union territories &ndash; J-K and Ladakh &ndash; following the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019.
During his speech at the inauguration of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla railway link, Abdullah reflected on the significant passage of time since the project's inception in early 1980s.
&ldquo;I was an eighth grade student when this project was started. Today, I am 55 years old. My children have also completed college. Now this project has been completed," he said, pointing at the decades-long journey of the railway link between Kashmir Valley and the rest of the country.
He also underscored the historical significance of the railway link, noting that even the British envisioned connecting Kashmir by rail via Uri and Jhelum, but failed to realise the dream.
"But today, what the British could not fulfil, has been fulfilled by your hands. The Kashmir Valley has been connected with other parts of the country,&rdquo; Abdullah said, commending the Centre's achievement.
Remembering former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Abdullah said, &ldquo;I will be making a huge mistake if I do not thank Vajpayee ji on this occasion... This happened after he gave it the status of a project of national importance and made it a part of the Budget." Abdullah also highlighted the immense benefits the railway project would bring to Jammu and Kashmir. "Jammu and Kashmir will benefit a lot with this project. It will benefit from tourism. It will benefit the residents of Jammu and Kashmir," he said.
The chief minister also specifically mentioned the inflated airfares during highway closures.
"When the highway closes as soon as it rains, the airlines start looting us. A ticket for Rs 5,000 suddenly costs Rs 20,000 within hours. But with the completion of the rail link, at least the loot of the passengers will be reduced now.&rdquo; Abdullah further expressed hope that the railway line would also help facilitate the transportation of fruits like apples and cherries to markets across the country.
Acknowledging the development of broader infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir by the Centre, Abdullah said, "With your auspicious hands, another infrastructure project has been completed in Jammu and Kashmir. Similarly, many other projects are moving forward rapidly." He also cited the ongoing work on various projects in Jammu and Kashmir, including ring roads in Jammu and Srinagar, the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra expressway, Jammu-Srinagar four-laning, and airport and railway network expansions.

Protests in Katra against the proposed Vaishno Devi ropeway project continue for a third day, with locals claiming the project threatens livelihoods. 

Katra Shutdown Continues as Protests Erupt Over Vaishno Devi Ropeway Project

The proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project will connect Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat, leading to the cave shrine in Reasi district.

The shutdown in Katra against the proposed Vaishno Devi ropeway project entered its third day on Friday, with more people sitting on the hunger strike to demand the release of those detained during earlier demonstrations.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti called for a 72-hour shutdown, which began on Wednesday. It announced that all activities in Jammu and Kashmir's Katra would remain suspended during the bandh.
Women and children have now joined the six protesters who began a hunger strike on Wednesday night, demanding the release of 18 Samiti members detained during a protest march against the project earlier that day.
Last month, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board decided to move forward with a Rs 250-crore passenger ropeway project between Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat along the 12-kilometre track to the shrine after shelving the project in the past due to similar protests.
The project will facilitate access to the temple for senior citizens, children and others who find it difficult to climb the track to the cave shrine, it had said.
The Samiti, which represents shopkeepers, pony operators and palanquin owners, argues that the ropeway would destroy the livelihoods of local business owners and has demanded that the project be scrapped.
With black flags displayed across the town, shops, restaurants, and other business establishments remained closed for the third day, and vehicular movement was at a standstill, following the Samiti's call for protest.
The bandh has disrupted normal life in one of India&rsquo;s busiest pilgrimage hubs, which is visited daily by thousands of devotees seeking blessings at the cave shrine.
"The bandh is part of our 72-hour-long shutdown against the ropeway project. It is going on peacefully. The committee will decide on the next course of action soon," said a spokesperson for the Samiti.
Criticising the administration for its lack of engagement, the spokesperson said, "The administration is indifferent to the plight of people, including women and children, holding peaceful protests. Our simple demand is to shelve the project, as it threatens the livelihood of Katra residents, most of whom rely on the pilgrimage economy."
He further claimed that instead of initiating dialogue, the administration resorted to force, including the detention of Samiti leaders during a peaceful protest. "They are creating an unnecessary crisis with their approach," he stated.
Shiva, a participant in the hunger strike, had to be hospitalised after his condition deteriorated.
"Our hunger strike will continue until the detained individuals are released. If someone falls ill, another person will replace them," said another participant in the hunger strike.
Eighteen protesters, including Samiti leaders Bhupinder Singh and Sohan Chand, were detained by police during Wednesday's march and taken away from the protest site.
The proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project will connect Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat, leading to the cave shrine in Reasi district.
In Jammu, the Shiv Sena Dogra Front (DFSS) extended its support to the pilgrims, who are facing hardships due to the bandh, and urged that the issue be resolved amicably.
"We stand with the pilgrims and support better facilities. If needed, create two ropeways instead of one. Provide more amenities for accommodating pilgrims during the yatra," said DFSS President Ashok Gupta.
Gupta added that the pilgrimage had significantly boosted Katra's economy, and the bandh was causing inconvenience to devotees. "Yatra, business, ponywalas are all dependent on pilgrims. They should not be put to inconvenience," he said.
"For the past three days, pilgrims have faced immense difficulties. If the authorities fail to address this, we will use our vehicles to ferry pilgrims to the temple and provide them with food," he said.
However, many pilgrims expressed dissatisfaction over the closure of eateries and the unavailability of local transport, which caused significant inconvenience during their journey to the cave shrine.
To lessen the impact of the bandh, the Shrine Board has arranged boarding and lodging for pilgrims arriving in the town.
Special langars at the Katra railway station, Banganga and Tarakote are providing tea and milk to ensure the yatra continues smoothly on both tracks.

The Vyapar Mandal in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, is set to stage a protest on Wednesday against the approval of the Rs 250-crore ropeway project for the Vaishno Devi temple.

Katra Ropeway Project Sparks Protests

Anshul Garg, CEO of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, defended the ropeway project, emphasizing that it is intended to assist elderly and ailing devotees in reaching the temple.

The Vyapar Mandal in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, is set to stage a protest on Wednesday against the approval of the Rs 250-crore ropeway project for the Vaishno Devi temple.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has greenlit the installation of a ropeway designed to ease access for senior citizens, children, and others unable to trek the 13-km route to the temple. The ropeway will begin at Tarakot Marg and end at Sanjichat, allowing pilgrims to cover the journey in just six to seven minutes.
However, the Vyapar Mandal has raised concerns that the ropeway&rsquo;s construction will bypass key religious stops, such as Banganga, Charan Paduka, and Adhkuwari, potentially disrupting business for local shopkeepers along the traditional path to the temple. Additionally, operators of ponies and palkis (palanquins) have voiced objections to the project, prompting plans for a protest.
This isn&rsquo;t the first demonstration by the local community. In November, shopkeepers protested for four days against the project, during which tensions flared and stones were thrown at police. The then-District Magistrate, Vishesh Pal Mahajan, visited the area and assured the protesters that their concerns would be addressed by December 15. However, Mahajan's transfer soon followed, and shopkeepers suspect that his decision to delay the ropeway project was a factor in his reassignment.
In response to the ongoing controversy, shops in Katra will remain closed on Wednesday as part of the protest, with local residents backing the strike. Additionally, all political parties in the region, except the BJP, have come together to support the action.
Anshul Garg, CEO of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, defended the ropeway project, emphasizing that it is intended to assist elderly and ailing devotees in reaching the temple. He assured that the temple administration is committed to addressing the concerns of Katra's residents.

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