Kashmir a political issue, needs political solution: Farooq

SRINAGAR: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah today termed Kashmir as a “political” issue which cannot be resolved through financial packages and other concessions but only through political means.

“Kashmir is a political issue and it cannot be resolved through economic packages or other concessions. This crucial issue can be resolved only through political means,” he said interacting with the delegations of former panchayat members and party leaders at the party headquarters here.

He said the NC had been saying since 1947 that Kashmir issue was a political problem and needs a political solution.

“We are seeking restoration of autonomy which was snatched from us,” the NC leader said, adding that Jammu and Kashmir had been granted special status under Article 370 of the Constitution after prolonged battle and sacrifices. (AGENCIES)