Jammu, Apr 13: Chairman Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) Ghulam Nabi Azad on Saturday accused the political parties, particularly the leaders with dubious histories, of misleading the public. He questioned their contributions to the region, alleging they have exploited its people without delivering tangible benefits.
“Despite previous attempts to sow division, the voters had previously rejected such tactics,” Azad said while addressing a public gathering in Bhalessa. He expressed confidence that the people of Chenab Valley will once again reject these politicians and their divisive politics in the upcoming elections.
The DPAP chief said certain political parties, formerly aligned with the BJP, are now levelling accusations against his party. He urged them to reflect on their own past actions, particularly during their tenure as chief ministers and questioned their lack of meaningful contributions to the Chenab Valley.
Azad accused them of deceiving the public with empty promises and false slogans. “Those who accuse us were part of BJP. I was neither their MP nor minister. They enjoyed ministries with them. They brought BJP to J&K.”
The former chief minister promised a surge in job opportunities and developmental projects.
Azad promised a surge in job opportunities and developmental projects, emphasizing a steadfast dedication to progress and prosperity, underscoring the region’s potential for growth. With the upcoming parliamentary elections, he assured constituents that G.M Saroori, their MP candidate, will echo their concerns and aspirations in the legislative arena, echoing Azad’s past efforts on critical issues such as Article 370 and statehood.
He emphasised the crucial need for comprehensive development in the Chenab Valley region, highlighting the imperative to continue ongoing efforts in constructing infrastructure such as roads, hospitals, degree colleges, and medical colleges. He reiterated that the primary mission is to uplift the disadvantaged sections of society, ensuring their prosperity and well-being.
The former union minister recounted the diligent efforts undertaken by his party to challenge land eviction orders that threatened the livelihoods of marginalized people. He emphasized that while other political parties remained passive, his party mobilized protests at district and tehsil levels to safeguard the land rights of underprivileged individuals, particularly those pertaining to state-owned lands.
Azad lamented the revocation of the Roshni Scheme by the government but pledged to reinstate it, underscoring its significance in addressing land ownership issues and empowering disadvantaged sections of society.
The DPAP Chairman called upon the public to make informed choices during the upcoming elections, passionately appealing to voters not to squander their valuable votes on candidates who have failed to address the pressing concerns of the community. Instead, he urged them to support candidates like Saroori, who have a proven track record of championing the issues that matter most to the people.
