Jammu, February 14, 2024:* In a significant blow to the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Arshad Mehmood, a senior leader from Nowshera Assembly Constituency, along with hundreds of supporters, crossed party lines to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The formal induction took place at the BJP headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.Welcoming the new entrants, BJP President Ravinder Raina, accompanied by MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, former Dy. Chief Minister Kavinder Gupta, former Minister Sat Sharma, BJP General Secretary Adv. Vibodh Gupta, and other senior leaders, praised Arshad Mehmood for his selfless work in the region.Arshad Mehmood, who had contested the 2008 MLA election on the PDP mandate, has a history of dedicated service as a Sarpanch. Impressed by Prime Minister Modi’s public welfare policies, Mehmood has now decided to contribute to the society and the nation as a sincere worker of the BJP.”PM Modi’s government is committed to public welfare, ensuring the benefits of welfare schemes to the poor and needy for their upliftment,” stated Ravinder Raina.MP Jugal Kishore Sharma underscored the inclusive agenda in Jammu and Kashmir, aligning with Prime Minister Modi’s vision of ‘sabka sath, sabka vikas, sabka vishwas, sabka paryas’ (with everyone, for everyone’s development, with everyone’s trust, everyone’s efforts). He emphasized the government’s commitment to welfare without discrimination based on caste, color, religion, or gender.Former Minister Sat Sharma reiterated that the BJP’s doors are open for all individuals dedicated to serving the people and strengthening nationalist forces.BJP General Secretary Adv. Vibodh Gupta highlighted the growing strength of the BJP, attributing it to the widespread faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s programs and policies across diverse sections of society.
PDP Faces Setback as Senior Leader Arshad Mehmood Joins BJP with Hundreds of Supporters
