Srinagar, May 14 : Peoples Conference President and MLA Handwara Sajad Gani Lone on Thursday accused the National Conference (NC) and PDP of “misleading the people of Kashmir” through what he described as contradictory politics and selective narratives.
Speaking with the media, Lone said that in today’s digital era, political double standards can no longer remain hidden.
He accused that NC and PDP leaders make one statement in Srinagar and entirely different statements in districts like Kupwara, Baramulla and Budgam. Referring to the ongoing anti-drug crackdown and demolition drives against alleged drug peddlers, Lone pointed out that while the central leadership of NC and PDP publicly condemn such actions in Srinagar, their MLAs were seen applauding the Lieutenant Governor’s remarks in other districts.
He questioned how party leaders could oppose actions publicly while their representatives support them elsewhere, calling it “a mockery of the people.” Lone also criticized the recent debate surrounding liquor bans in Jammu and Kashmir, accusing both NC and PDP of “political drama” and “electoral deception.He said neither party imposed a ban while in power despite repeatedly raising the issue during elections
.According to him, the controversy is merely a diversion from larger political questions, including the Rajya Sabha elections. On corruption allegations and transfer-related bribery claims raised by Mehbooba Mufti, Lone alleged that corruption in transfers has reached unprecedented levels.
He sarcastically remarked that “transfers” should be included in the government’s industrial policy because of the scale of money allegedly involved. Addressing the NEET examination controversy, Lone termed the centralized examination system “unfair to students” and expressed support for restoring localized competitive systems.
He criticized the lack of accountability in the current setup and said students were suffering due to repeated controversies surrounding the examination process.
Throughout the interview, Lone repeatedly accused mainstream parties of “lying to the people” and called on the media to raise tougher questions instead of allowing political narratives to go unchallenged. (KNS)