BJP leader cautions Speaker: J&K Assembly discussions ‘veering towards’ topics like talks with Pakistan, development of PoK

“The discussions within the Assembly are increasingly veering towards subjects such as engaging in talks with Pakistan, comparing the development situation in Pakistan occupied Jammu and Kashmir with that of our Union Territory, and, in some instances, even making remarks that could be construed as glorifying Pakistan,” he wrote.

He requested the Speaker to “immediately expunge” from the official records of the Assembly proceedings “any remarks or discussions that reference Pakistan in a manner that compromise our national interests”.

Concerned about the tone of discussions in our Legislative Assembly. It's disturbing to see talks veering towards engaging with Pakistan, comparing development in POJK, and even glorifying Pakistan. These narratives undermine our national interests, sovereignty, and integrity.
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— Sunil Sharma (@Sunil_SharmaBJP) March 7, 2025

Sharma regretted that it has come to his notice that “while candid and patriotic statements made in the interests of the nation are being expunged from the records, certain narratives that favour or glorify Pakistan are being allowed to remain on record”.

Earlier in the session, during a discussion in the House regarding the demand for the restoration of the public holiday on July 13, commemorated as Martyrs Day in Kashmir, comments made by Sharma had been expunged.

In his letter to the Speaker, the BJP leader said, “The Legislative Assembly is meant to serve as a platform for constructive dialogue on governance, development and public welfare, and not as a stage for advancing narratives that could harm our national unity.”

He expressed trust in the Speaker’s wisdom and commitment to upholding the dignity of the House and safeguarding the interests of the nation.