PM Modi is on a Gujarat tour, visiting Vantara, an animal rescue centre, and chairing the Somnath Trust meeting. Meanwhile, J&K’s Budget Session begins amid a heated Article 370 debate. Haryana and Punjab hold crucial local body elections. Get the latest political updates here.
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PM Modi’s Visit to Gujarat: Focus on Wildlife and Heritage
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently on a three-day visit to Gujarat, where he is focusing on wildlife conservation and religious tourism. One of his key stops is Vantara, an animal rescue, conservation, and rehabilitation centre in Jamnagar. Established by Reliance Industries and Reliance Foundation, this 3,000-acre facility is dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating various species of wildlife.
Later in the day, PM Modi is expected to visit Sasan, the headquarters of Gir National Park, known for its Asiatic lion population. He will also chair a meeting of the Shree Somnath Trust, which manages the historic Somnath temple. His visit underlines his administration’s focus on ecological preservation and cultural heritage.
Jammu & Kashmir Budget Session 2025: A Political Storm Brewing
Jammu and Kashmir’s first Budget Session in seven years is set to begin on March 3, 2025, with both National Conference (NC) and Congress holding pre-session legislature meetings in Jammu.
This marks the first budget under Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, whose government took charge in October 2024. The session, spanning 40 days with 22 sittings, is expected to be highly contentious.
One major controversy is the resolution moved by Sajjad Lone’s Peoples Conference, seeking the restoration of Article 370 and the pre-August 2019 constitutional status of J&K. While the Speaker has not confirmed if it will be entertained, the BJP has vehemently opposed it, calling it an unconstitutional and anti-national move.
On February 27, Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather chaired an all-party meeting to ensure a productive session, but tensions remain high. The session is expected to witness intense debates on governance, constitutional matters, and J&K’s economic development.
Haryana & Punjab Local Elections: A Political Litmus Test
Simultaneously, Haryana and Punjab are conducting municipal elections on March 2, 2025. The elections cover:
Seven Municipal Corporations (MCs) – Faridabad, Gurugram, Manesar, Hisar, Karnal, Rohtak, and Yamunanagar.
Four Municipal Councils and 21 Municipal Committees.
Bypolls for mayoral posts in Ambala and Sonipat.
These elections are crucial as they serve as a barometer for public sentiment ahead of the 2025 state elections. The results, due on March 12, will indicate whether BJP, Congress, or regional parties have an edge in the urban governance landscape.
A Politically Charged Weekend in India
With PM Modi’s Gujarat visit, J&K’s heated Budget Session, and Haryana-Punjab local elections, India’s political scene is dynamic and eventful. While Modi’s visit reinforces environmental and religious commitments, J&K’s session is set to reignite constitutional debates. Meanwhile, local elections in Haryana and Punjab will set the stage for larger political battles in the coming months.
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