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Sharma alleged that Abdullah was being disingenuous in his expressions of sorrow, asserting that Abdullah's government was responsible for systematically eroding all regional languages of Jammu and Kashmir. He noted that the National Conference neglected Dogri, the language of the Dogras, and failed to take concrete steps to promote Kashmiri.
Furthermore, Sharma emphasized that Sanskrit, the original language of Kashmir and the mother of all languages, particularly Kashmiri, was marginalized during the National Conference's rule. Sharma cited historical evidence, referencing Kalhana's composition of Rajatarangini in Sanskrit, which highlights the language's profound connection to Kashmir's cultural heritage. However, Sharma alleged that the National Conference government deliberately dismantled Sanskrit and denied the people access to this rich repository of knowledge.
Sharma praised the central government and the Lieutenant Governorâs administration for implementing commendable measures to promote and preserve local languages. He underscored the National Education Policy and the decision to grant official status to Dogri and Kashmiri as pivotal initiatives demonstrating the government's dedication to linguistic and cultural preservation.
He further alleged that the National Conference leadership is exhibiting frustration and administrative incompetence, arguing that such statements serve as a diversionary tactic to conceal their shortcomings. He urged them to prioritize fulfilling their electoral commitments rather than resorting to political gimmickry, as the public demands tangible outcomes, not merely rhetoric.
