BuzzBytes Naushera, 02 Dec:
In a comprehensive critique, Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah lambasted the central government, accusing its policies of driving the people of Jammu and Kashmir into a profound abyss of miseries. Abdullah’s remarks came during a significant workers convention held in Nowshera, Jammu, organized by Central Secretary Surinder Choudhary.
The convention, attended by key party figures including Party General Secretary Ali Muhammad Sagar, Additional General Secretary Ajay Sadhotra, and Provincial Presidents Jammu Rattan Lal Gupta and Nasir Aslam Wani Sogami, provided a platform for Abdullah to address the pressing issues facing the region.
Expressing surprise at the central government’s approach towards Jammu and Kashmir, Abdullah remarked, “It’s perhaps for the first time since 1990, I have seen a government at the center which does not want to see democracy flourish in Jammu and Kashmir.” He highlighted the contrast with previous governments, asserting that the current administration appears disinterested in promoting democratically elected governance in the region.
Abdullah questioned the delay in conducting elections, especially as the terms for Panchayats & ULBs have already concluded. He pondered whether the reluctance to restore democracy was linked to the enduring unity in J&K and the commitment to ideals of secularism. He noted, “Efforts to inject hatred in us are underway because they have miserably failed to deliver.”
Taking a swipe at the government, Abdullah criticized the “double engine government” for its alleged role in exacerbating the challenges faced by the people. He pointed to issues such as skyrocketing inflation, soaring unemployment, ration shortages, and exorbitant tariff hikes, asserting that these factors have collectively pushed the people into a distressing state.
“The term of our assembly ended in 2018, and now 2023 is about to end, but there is no sign of the restoration of democracy,” Abdullah declared, questioning the reasons behind denying a duly elected government to the region.
Despite the adversities, Abdullah urged unity among the people, emphasizing that the country belongs to everyone and that progress and development can only be achieved through collective effort and solidarity.
