DPAP will ensure justice to all, defeat those sowing discord: Azad
STATE TIMES NEWS
SRINAGAR: Stressing the importance of solidarity among the Gujjar, Kashmiri and Pahari communities, Chairman Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) Ghulam Nabi Azad on Sunday criticized National Conference and PDP for exacerbating divisions within these groups, despite their shared heritage and religion.
Addressing the people, after road shows despite rain, in Kulgam districts, Azad condemned the divisive tactics aimed at segregating Kashmiris along ethnic lines, noting the parallels with historical divisions between Muslims and Hindus.
He urged the electorate to support a party committed to fostering unity and rejecting discrimination.
Azad cautioned against the exploitation of people by those seeking to sow discord between Kashmiris and non-Kashmiris, vowing to ensure justice for all communities.
He said: ‘I’m deeply pained to witness how they initially divided people based on religion, sowing discord between Hindus and Muslims. And now, they’re further fragmenting communities of the same faith. They’ve become the biggest adversaries of these people. If they truly cared, they would unite all communities and prioritize the well-being of everyone, regardless of caste or creed. During my tenure as Chief Minister, I never discriminated against anyone be it Hindus or Muslims, Paharis, Gujjars, or Kashmiris. It breaks my heart to see these parties, failing in their development efforts, resorting to dividing people. I will never tolerate such actions, neither within my party nor my government when mandated to power. Our commitment remains steadfast to work tirelessly for the betterment of all.”
Vowing to champion the concerns of the people, Azad highlighted the concerning trend and referred to the absence of any substantial contribution from MPs of NC or PDP following his retirement.
He emphasized the importance of elected representatives actively engaging in parliamentary debates to address the needs of their constituents.
Azad lamented the silent demeanor of NC and PDP MPs, likening them to mute spectators in Parliament. He urged politicians not to deceive the public, emphasizing the responsibility of elected officials to advocate for the interests of those they represent.
Azad expressed dismay over the exploitation of innocent voters, who place their trust in leaders only to be let down later. He emphasized the importance of parliamentary performance, citing his own track record as an example.
He questioned the necessity of bringing candidates from other districts to contest seats in South Kashmir, suggesting it reflects a failure on the part of NC MPs to effectively represent their constituents.
Azad said that if they had raised public issues, there would have been no need for such actions.
He further stated that it’s imperative to reinstate the Roshni scheme, restore statehood, initiate power projects, provide free electricity, ensure land and job protection, and usher in an era of development.
He urged the people to support his party in achieving these objectives.
Among others present on the occasion included Mohd Amin Bhatt Provincial President Kashmir, Salman Nizami Chief Spokesperson, Adv Saleem Parray candidate, Shafiq Shabnam, Shuby Jaan, Zamir Mir and others.
