Received full understanding from US over Article 370 move in J&K: Govt

In August, India announced withdrawing special status of Jammu and Kashmir and dividing the state into two union territories

Jammu: Paramilitary personnel stand guard during restrictions in Jammu, Friday, Aug 9, 2019. Restrictions have been imposed in several districts of Jammu and Kashmir as a precautionary measure after the state lost its special status and was bifurcate
Jammu: Paramilitary personnel stand guard during restrictions in Jammu | Photo: PTI
Press Trust of India New Delhi
1 min read Last Updated : Nov 21 2019 | 10:46 PM IST

India said on Thursday it has received full understanding from across the political spectrum in the US over its decision relating to withdrawal of special status of Jammu and Kashmir.

External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said India remained engaged with various stakeholders in the US, including the Trump administration, the Congress, civil society and others in addressing their questions on the issue.

In August, India announced withdrawing special status of Jammu and Kashmir and dividing the state into two union territories.

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Topics :Article 370Jammu and Kashmir politics

First Published: Nov 21 2019 | 9:45 PM IST

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