Thu Nov 07 19:34:06 UTC 2024: ## Kashmiri Lawmakers Forcibly Ejected Amidst Heated Debate Over Autonomy
**Srinagar, India** – A heated session in the Indian-administered Kashmir parliament ended abruptly today with lawmakers from the opposition being forcibly ejected. The chaos erupted during a debate on a resolution seeking the restoration of partial autonomy to the region, with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) members vehemently protesting the proposal.
The resolution, introduced by opposition lawmakers, called for the restoration of Article 370, which had granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir before its revocation in 2019. The BJP, the ruling party in India, has been staunchly opposed to any rollback of the move, arguing it is necessary for development and integration.
The debate quickly escalated into a shouting match with BJP members demanding the resolution be withdrawn. As the situation grew volatile, security personnel intervened and forcibly removed opposition lawmakers from the parliament hall.
The incident has once again highlighted the deep political divisions within Kashmir, raising concerns over the future of the region’s autonomy and the ongoing tensions between the ruling party and the opposition.
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