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SRINAGAR: Chairman Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) Ghulam Nabi Azad on Monday pledged to introduce law to safeguard land and job opportunities in Jammu and Kashmir, if elected to power.
Addressing a public meeting in Devsar, Kulgam, Azad emphasized the need to address the suffering of the people and outlined a procedural path through which the legislative assembly could enact such a law. He said, if elected to power, this initiative would be his foremost priority. He said when the government issued land eviction orders, DPAP was the only party that took to the streets.
“It was my party which fought against land eviction orders, so bulldozers were stopped. I met the Home Minister in Delhi”, he added.
He stressed the importance of restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, noting that the government has assured in Parliament that statehood will be reinstated after elections.
Azad referred tro the disparity in electricity billings, pointing out that while the poor are struggling, there should be a clear distinction between business owners and low-income individuals.
Azad vowed that under his government, those with low incomes would receive free electricity. He also promised to accelerate development in the J&K, with thrust on new infrastructure including roads, colleges, and schools.
He promises to establish additional districts, hospitals, and expand road networks for better accessibility.
Azad said: “I gave district to Kulgam, have to give more districts when I will come in power, my dream is to do more development.”
Azad expressed gratitude for the overwhelming response received in his public meetings across Jammu and Kashmir, including today’s gathering in Kulgam, where massive support was witnessed.
He assured the people that he would never betray their trust or compromise their votes for power, unlike other parties. He reaffirmed his commitment to fulfilling his promises, ensuring that what he pledges, he will deliver.
He further stressed the urgent need for change, highlighting the damaging effects of false propaganda disseminated by divisive parties.
He urged the people to unite under the banner of his party.
He reiterated the widespread desire for progress, emphasizing the critical importance of prioritizing development, job creation, and peace over past experiences of violence and bloodshed.
Azad affirmed his slogan, stating, “Kaam Bolta hai, Kaam Bolega” (work speaks, work will speak). He emphasized that his actions and achievements will speak for themselves, reflecting his commitment to delivering tangible results for the people. Among others present on the occasion included G.M.Saroori Vice Chairman, Ch Haroon Khatana Gen Secretary, Mohd Amin Bhatt Provincial President, Gulzar Wani Zonal President, Salman Nizami Chief Spokesperson, Adv Saleem Parray Spokesperson and others.