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SRINAGAR: Chairman Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) Ghulam Nabi Azad on Tuesday pledged to continue investing in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and tourism besides promising more opportunities and progress for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Addressing an enthusiastic crowd at Hillar Shahabad, Tehsil Dooru, Anantnag, despite the chilly cold, Azad emphasized the importance of unity in defeating divisive forces seeking to suppress the region.
He said: “I have returned to Jammu and Kashmir to protect my people from the present crisis. Our people are distressed, our rights have been unjustly snatched away.”
Azad criticized other political parties for their past failures and empty promises.
He said, “Other parties have misled the people and raised slogans they have since forgotten. How can we trust them anymore?” He urged the gathering to consider his track record, stating, “You have tested them for years and witnessed my two and a half years as Chief Minister. Now, give me a chance to serve you. I will bring a revolution in J&K.”
His call for trust in new leadership and commitment to transformative change struck a chord with the audience, signaling a potential shift in political dynamics in the region.
Azad shed light on the hypocrisy of former BJP allies who are now accusing his party.
He asked these parties to reflect on their own past actions before pointing fingers, stating, “They were the ones who formed a government with the BJP in the past. Even today, they are pleading with them to form an alliance.”
Reaffirming his commitment to safeguarding the land and jobs of the people of J&K, Azad pledged to enact laws to protect the rights unjustly snatched away from the people and ensure their restoration.
Azad emphasized, “If my government is formed, we will bring legislation to safeguard the rights of our people.”
Referring to the issue of statehood restoration, Azad said, “We have been strongly pleading for statehood restoration, but we must continue to fight until we achieve it.”
Azad outlined his vision for comprehensive development in J&K and highlighted the significant strides made in infrastructure and social sectors during his tenure, including the establishment of hospitals, colleges, roads, schools, and initiatives to boost tourism. He referred to the establishment of a medical college in Anantnag and underscored his commitment to furthering development in the region.
Azad urged the electorate not to succumb to efforts aimed at fragmenting votes or maintaining goodwill with all parties at the expense of justice for their own people.
Azad emphasized, “Dividing votes or pleasing all parties will not serve the interests of our own people. It is imperative to stand united and vote with integrity to ensure justice for the people.”
Among others present on the occasion included Mohd Amin Bhatt Provincial President, Ch Haroon Khatana Gen Secretary, Salman Nizami Chief Spokesperson, Adv Saleem Parray DDC and Spokesperson, Zameer Ahmed Distt President Anantnag and others.