Some locals want statehood to be reinstated, saying that things will increase under it, particularly in terms of the economy.
It may supply the place the ability to increase its personal money, the power to build capital where local representatives choose, and result in more employment opportunities, residents said.
Jobs are a big issue for voters because about a five of the region’s youth population is unemployed.
” More jobs and opportunities – what was promised – should travel so that more companies, businesses, companies and schools are set up, which may employ people to a greater amount. That is the main issue”, said regional Mohammad Shahkar.  ,
Another native, who just gave his name as Shoaib, added:” Employment is a major problem. But it’s not a concern that started after Article 370 was revoked.
” It goes up a long time. Since then, poverty has been a problem for regional events like the National Conference and the Women’s Democrat Party.
Citizens WANT ECONOMIC GROWTH
Government statistics showed the state’s economy grew at 8 per share in the 2022 to 2023 fiscal year, higher than the national average.
The country’s tourism ministry said visitor visitors have increased steadily over the years, with next year’s 21 million much surpassing the pre-pandemic’s 16 million.
Perhaps its famous handicrafts scene, which is known for its lavish carpets and complex shawls, has experienced slow sales in recent years, according to stores.  ,
We’ve been anticipating a long period of improvement for our company. We hope that more tourists come here, store and purchase from us, but so far that’s not happening. Our company is zero right then,” said Mohammad Adil Shah, a store owner in the country’s largest city Kashmir.
” We have n’t recovered from past natural calamities like floods, which has hurt sales. However, the setting in Kashmir has actually improved, according to Mohammad Nayeem Mir, the owner of a manufacturing and exporting company.
However, local firms claim they have not fully gotten the benefits.