Why BJP pulled the plug in Jammu and Kashmir

1. Both PDP and BJP have been on the lookout for an exit to shore up credentials among respective constituencies. BJP moved pre-emptively to clutch political high ground.

2. Gulf between the companions had widened. Disagreements rose over security technique after Burhan Wani’s killing. PDP sought after a softer manner towards stone-pelters and militants, mindful of huge resentment in Valley.


3. Mehbooba Mufti’s moves mollifying her supporters in the Valley via raising the ante on Kathua gang rape and Army/security forces’ operations further pissed off BJP’s constituency.


four. BJP went along with PDP’s call for for a ceasefire all over Ramzan. This used to be not reciprocated via Pakistan-backed terror teams or separatists, and dented BJP’s image nationally.


5. The ‘pre-emptive’ strike against Mehbooba Mufti is aimed toward repairing the wear and tear. BJP used to be prepared to drag out earlier however waited until Tuesday so that state elections don’t should be held ahead of 2019 Lok Sabha polls.


6. The killing of journalist Shujaat Bukhari provided the impetus for Centre to take control. BJP will revive its hardline nationalist theme, beginning with S P Mookerjee’s dying anniversary on June 23.
Why BJP pulled the plug in Jammu and Kashmir Why BJP pulled the plug in Jammu and Kashmir Reviewed by Kailash on June 20, 2018 Rating: 5
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