On 5 August 2026, India marks the seventh anniversary of the revocation of Article 370 and the loss of full Statehood. The move was accompanied by a massive security lockdown, detention of thousands, curfews and communication black‑outs.
Key Developments (Bullet Points)
- Over 5,000 political leaders and cadres were detained; curfew and internet shutdowns have been the norm since 2019.
- The 2024 Economic Survey 2025‑26 shows per‑capita income at 76.6% of the national average, down from 79.9% in 2013‑14.
- Unemployment is nearly double the national rate; graduate unemployment stands at 23.9%.
- Security laws such as the Public Safety Act (PSA) and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) are being used frequently.
- The Lieutenant Governor now controls administration, police and telecoms under the 2024 Transaction of Business Rules.
- The Supreme Court has not set a timeline for restoring Statehood, merely advising it be done "as soon as possible".
Important Facts
Violence persists: terrorist attacks in Pahalgam (April 2025) and Delhi’s Red Fort (Nov 2025) show continued insecurity. The Amarnath Yatra of 2026 is the most militarised pilgrimage in J&K history. The region has recorded the highest number of internet shutdowns in India since 2019.
Constitutionally, an Emergency can last only six months, yet J&K has lived under emergency‑like conditions for seven years.
Exam Relevance
Understanding the revocation of