This was brilliantly done & I was very surprised when Modi/Shah delivered "more" than what they promised on J&K.
Not only did they abolish 370 but they also effectively neutered the local leadership for foreseeable future.
What this means?
Well, except for few, most people look for ways to earn good money. Kashmiri politicians and separatists are no exception. Now with all of Indian laws being applicable and with security apparatus being controlled by Center, it becomes a lot more difficult to earn "easy money".
Get outsiders into valley, easier said than done BUT Modi/shah just did the impossible and settling outsiders may not be as tough.
And let's not start on the psychological trauma that the Kashmiriyat people are now experiencing. This was a mighty kick in the nuts of everyone's psyche, will potentially have long term implications of the confidence of India in dealing with these people from position of strength.
From politics side of it, it is very apparent Shah is the successor to Modi.
the last few weeks, Modi has let Shah have his way on everything and has credited him with the achievements, You can clearly see Modi taking a backseat from the political slugfest.
Shah is the defacto no2...naa..he is defacto 1a.