Jammu, August 18 (KNS): Reflecting the sentiments of the National Conference (NC) rank and file in Jammu Province, District Presidents have made a passionate appeal to Vice President and former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, urging him to reconsider his decision not to contest the upcoming assembly elections. The District Presidents believe that Abdullah’s participation is crucial for the party’s success and the political stability of Jammu and Kashmir.
In a joint statement issued today, the District Presidents expressed deep concern over Omar Abdullah's decision, emphasizing the potential political vacuum that could arise in Jammu and Kashmir at this critical juncture. They highlighted the numerous challenges facing the region and stressed the importance of preserving its unique identity and political rights within the framework of India.
The statement underscored the significance of Omar Abdullah’s leadership, which they believe would inspire confidence among grassroots-level workers. The District Presidents described Abdullah as a "crusader" for the just cause of Jammu and Kashmir and its people.
With the election schedule expected to be announced in the next two days, the District Presidents expressed confidence that Omar Abdullah would heed the appeal from party members across both regions of Jammu and Kashmir.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelThey urged him to address the concerns of the workers so that the party can approach the elections with renewed vigor and secure a massive victory, drawing on the overwhelming support from all regions.
The joint statement concluded by emphasizing that both Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah are uniquely positioned to lead Jammu and Kashmir toward a new era of peace, development, and prosperity.
The signatories to the joint statement included Chander Mohan Sharma (District President Jammu Urban), Raghubir Singh Manhas (District President Jammu Rural A), Naresh Bittu (District President Jammu Rural B), Saudagar Chand Gupta (District President Jammu Rural A), Ajeet Kumar Sharma (District President Kathua Urban), Sham Narayan Mehta (District President Kathua Rural), Sunil Verma (District President Udhampur Urban), Ram Parshotam Sharma (District President Udhampur Rural), Jagjeevan Lal (District President Reasi), Dr. Shamshad Shan (District President Gool-Gulabgarh), Zaffarullah Rather (District President Doda), Abdul Qayoom Bagwan (District President Doda Rural), Tanveer Ahmad Kitchloo (District President Kishtwar), Sajjad Shaheen (District President Ramban), Ashok Kumar Sharma (District President Rajouri Rural), Shafayat Ahmad Khan (District President Rajouri Urban),(KNS)