Srinagar, March 5 -- Para also demanded rationalization of reservation in government recruitment in accordance with the population. "I am not against reservation to any community but it should not be at the cost of meritorious students."

He argued that peace in Kashmir has come through force rather than reconciliation. "Yes, Kashmir is peaceful, but at what cost? If stability is being maintained through stringent laws, mass arrests, and fear, then what kind of peace is this?"

The speech, delivered during the debate on the Governor's Address, also took aim at the document, calling it a reflection of the BJP's policies rather than those of the ruling NC-led coalition. "Many BJP leaders have praised this document, which tells us everything...