Demolition drives in J&K rekindle debate over statehood restoration

#KashmirAngle: Elected government cites limited powers under UT framework as political row grows

Our Correspondent

Srinagar, Updated At : 06:03 AM May 22, 2026 IST

A view of demolished structures surrounding the Mahamaya Temple in Jammu. PTI

The demolition of houses during the ongoing anti-drug campaign in Jammu and Kashmir, along with a separate anti-encroachment drive in Jammu that sparked a political controversy this week, has once again brought the issue of statehood restoration into sharp focus.

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Demolition drives in J&K rekindle debate over statehood restoration

#KashmirAngle: Elected government cites limited powers under UT framework as political row grows

Adil Akhzer

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