India has announced new Kashmir Domicile Law on

On April 1; 2020; India introduced the new Kashmir Domicile Law. This law redefined eligibility for permanent residency in Jammu and Kashmir; allowing non-Kashmiris to claim domicile if they met certain conditions. The law drew widespread criticism as it was seen as altering the demographic structure of the region. It marked a significant shift in policy after the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019.