Srinagar/Phalgam,April 20 (Scoop News)- Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday to reclaim the plundered rights of Jammu and Kashmir since August 5, 2019. In a series of roadshows across various hamlets of South Kashmir's Pahalgham, Mehbooba rallied supporters, emphasizing that the ongoing electoral battle transcends mere developmental issues, focusing instead on safeguarding the core identity and interests of Jammu and Kashmir.
The PDP President underscored the significance of unity among the people of Jammu and Kashmir, urging them to rise above partisan politics and prioritize the greater cause. She termed the PDP as torchbearer of truth and the protector of people's interests in the region's political landscape.
Mehbooba also highlighted the multifaceted challenges facing the Jammu and Kashmir's populace, ranging from economic burdens to social injustices. "The current scenario in Jammu and Kashmir reflects a systematic assault on our rights and resources. From skyrocketing electricity bills to the denial of employment opportunities for educated youth, our people are bearing the brunt of these injustices. Our lands are being taken away from us, our resources and our jobs are being bartered to outsiders. Our people are being turned into bonded laborers with no identity and no say ," Mufti lamented, addressing the crowd.
Drawing parallels to past struggles overcome by Jammu and Kashmir, Mehbooba invoked the repeal of POTA (Prevention of Terrorism Act) and the restoration of hope during PDP founder Mufti Mohammad Sayeed's tenure as Chief Minister. With unwavering determination, she pledged to reverse the losses incurred on August 5, 2019, promising a resurgence of rights and dignity for the people of Kashmir. "I promise you that we will get back whatever was snatched away from us post August 5,2019. However, it is imperative for us to remain vigilant and united in the face of adversity. We must not lose hope, for history has shown that change is possible even in the darkest of times," Mufti proclaimed, evoking thunderous applause from the people.
The places that she visited in South Kashmir include Seer Hamdan, Salia, Brad, Hapatnad, Chandrigam, Hassanoor, Aishmuqam, Batkote, Langanbal, Ladi, Dehwatoo, Virsiran, Kullar, Wullerhama, Sallar, Liver, Kathsoo, Budder areas. She was accompanied by Constituency Incharge Pahalgam Mohammad Irfan Kulroo, Najmu Saqib, Adv Tahir Iqbal, Mohd Sayeed Khan, Mohd Khalil Koka, Gh Rasool Khan, Molvi Bashir Ahmad , Sofi Arfat, Fayaz Ahmad Wani, Ashiq Fatengoo, Tariq Mir, Mohd Shafi Qazi, Akhkaq Tantrey , Junaid Magrey , Tariq Wani, Rayees Ahmad Khan, Gulzar Ah Raina, Mohd Jabbar , Ashiq Ahmad and others
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