Article 370 was for people of Kashmir, Jammu, and Ladakh: Dr. Farooq Abdullah

STC NEWS DESK
Srinagar, January 28 (STC):
Article 370 was a measure designed to protect the rights and identity of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.
This was stated by the former J&K Chief Minister and National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah while speaking to reporters today.
Dr. Abdullah said that Article 370 was introduced to safeguard local jobs and preserve rights of people of Kashmir, Jammu and Ladakh amidst concerns over external influence.
Meanwhile, he also talked about the rising drug addiction in the region, calling it a grave menace that has devastated Kashmiri society. “Drugs have destroyed our nation,” he said. He called for collective responsibility, urging Kashmiris to look inward and address the problem themselves rather than attributing blame solely to external forces.
He praised the local police for their efforts in curbing drug trafficking but stressed the need for a more unified approach. “Until we, as Kashmiris, stand up against this menace, we will not overcome it,” he said, encouraging the community to take decisive action to combat drug addiction and reclaim their future.(STC)