Key takeaways from Narendra Modi's address to the nation

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* We have removed the provisions in Article 370 which acted as an impediment to J&k and Ladakh's development. 
* It was a dream of Sardar Patel, S P Mookerjee, B R Ambedkar and Atal Bihari Vajpayee and crores of people to revoke the special provisions. 
*This act of the government will usher in a new dawn in the region and help in the development of the youth there. 
*Article 35A, 370 acted as a tool to spread terrorism and violence in the valley. 

*42,000 lives were lost due to nefarious activities, largely espoused by a few individuals for their personal agenda.   

* Laws are made for the entire country, but J&K did not get the benefits of such progressive laws. 
* All J&K workers will get the benefits for all employment schemes given by the government. 
* All post in J&K will be filled soon. 
*Government's decision to create two UTs namely- Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh was taken after constructive discussions and weighed options. 
* Schemes on paper will now be implemented on ground in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. 

* Panchayats played an important role in ushering in local governance in Jammu and Kashmir. Civic issues were addressed with local participation. These leaders were successful in changing the narrative from 'terrorism' to 'development'. 
*Government attempts to provide a conducive environment for tourists and the creative bodies( film & theatre) to engage with the state. The state can become the biggest tourist destination. 
* Centre's decision will help sports and provide sporting talents with the much needed infrastructure to excel. 

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