The BJP Kashmir Unit commemorated June 25, 2024, as Black Day throughout the Kashmir valley, emphasizing that this date signifies a dark period in India’s democratic history and asserting that the Congress party endangers both democracy and the Constitution.
The principal event took place at the BJP Party Headquarters, J-53 Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar.
Addressing the media, BJP leaders remarked, “Today marks the 50th anniversary of a bleak chapter in India’s democratic journey. The Emergency period symbolized an era where the nation was transformed into a virtual prison, freedoms were curtailed, the press was muzzled, and the sanctity of the Constitution was undermined.”
They continued, “Ironically, the Congress party, which orchestrated this ignominious period, now claims to be the guardian of the Constitution. This party, with its ‘Emergency DNA,’ has consistently shown no remorse in undermining the press and attacking intellectuals who speak out against injustice.”
National Executive Member BJP, Party Spokesperson G M Mir while addressing the party workers and media lashed out at Congress for turning India into a battle zone during the emergency. He also said “We must ensure that such an affront to democracy never recurs. Our commitment to respecting and upholding the Constitution remains steadfast.”
BJP Spokesperson Altaf Thakur, in his media interaction, stated, “The elitist attitude of the Congress leadership must end if the constitutional values are to be upheld.”
Senior BJP Leader, DDC Srinagar Er Eijaz, while addressing the media, said, “This day is a blot in the history of India. It is the same day when political opponents, activists, and media persons were arrested to safeguard the chair of Indira Gandhi.”
Program Incharge Bilal Parray commented, “The Congress party’s duplicity is evident. They must be held accountable for the atrocities and media blackout during the 1975 Emergency.”
