Srinagar, Aug 17 (KNS): The Group of Concerned Citizens (GCC), a non-political collective in Jammu and Kashmir, has expressed support for the Election Commission of India's (ECI) decision to conduct assembly elections in the region after nearly a decade.

In a statement issued today, the GCC, comprising retired civil servants, academics, and professionals, emphasized the importance of conducting free and fair elections. They expressed confidence that the UT administration, under ECI's supervision, would ensure this process is carried out in letter and spirit.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

The GCC also urged the early restoration of full statehood for Jammu and Kashmir, noting that the elected government in the Union Territory currently lacks full authority to serve its people effectively.

The group referenced the commitments made by the Prime Minister and the Home Minister regarding statehood restoration and called for the fulfillment of these promises without further delay.(KNS)