Ambassadors’ team to study situation in J&K

Why is it in news?
  • European Union Ambassadors are expected to visit Jammu and Kashmir to study the situation on the ground there.
Details:
  • The visit of the envoys has not been officially announced yet.
  • However, the European Union’s European External Action Service (EEAS) confirmed their acceptance of the External Affairs Ministry’s invitation.
  • According to Jammu & Kashmir officials, arrangements are being made for about 20 Ambassadors and diplomats.
Background:
  • Provisions of Article 370 and 35A, were scrapped on 5 August 2019. 
  • The decision was followed by restrictions in J&K, including internet shutdown.
  • The shutdown was criticized on line of human rights violation.
Posted by Jawwad Kazi on 17th Feb 2021
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