Washington, Feb 6 (NationPress) The revocation of the special status of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 has initiated a transformative phase for the region, with India advancing top-notch infrastructure and embracing inclusive governance. In stark contrast, the areas in Pakistan's illegal occupation continue to grapple with inflation and oppression.

The thriving environment of Jammu and Kashmir stands as a robust counter to decades of Pakistani rhetoric, highlighted in a recent report.

As noted in the Eurasia Review report, the disparity across the Line of Control (LoC) is glaringly apparent. Jammu and Kashmir is integrating into the global economy by hosting international events and developing a first-rate healthcare system. On the other side, Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJ&K) is described as a 'political black hole', where any questioning of its coerced integration into Pakistan is met with severe consequences.

“The year 2019 represented a pivotal moment in India's history. The abrogation of Article 370 was not just a legal alteration; it dismantled a barrier that had long kept the residents of Jammu and Kashmir detached from India's developmental journey. A stroll through the vibrant markets of Srinagar and the industrial areas of Jammu narrates a story of revival. In contrast, across the LoC in PoJ&K, the situation is characterized by ongoing exploitation, growing tensions, and a faltering economy,” the report elaborated.

The report emphasized that the 2024 Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, witnessing a 63 percent voter turnout, served as a crucial litmus test, yielding a decisive verdict where the populace favored 'ballot over bullet'.

“This was more than an election; it was a public farewell to the Pakistan-backed claim that ‘Kashmiris reject Indian democracy.' Women, youth, and marginalized groups like the West Pakistani Refugees, who had been denied voting rights for seven decades under Article 370, finally exercised their rights as equal citizens,” the report stated.

Among the notable achievements following the abrogation of Article 370 is the significant reduction in local militancy. Reports indicate that stone-pelting incidents, once a common occurrence fueled by cross-border funding, have dropped to zero.

“Although Pakistan-supported ‘hybrid militants’ continue to make desperate attempts, such as the unfortunate April 2025 Pahalgam incident, local recruitment for terrorist activities has reached an unprecedented low. The youth of Kashmir are no longer choosing arms; they are opting for technology,” the report noted.

“Startup incubators in Srinagar and industrial zones in Jammu are the new arenas where the future is being shaped. The rejection of Pakistan’s radicalization agenda is so thorough that even the most isolated villages are now collaborating with security forces to identify foreign infiltrators, prioritizing the peace that has enabled tourist arrivals to surpass 23 million in 2024,” it concluded.