Srinagar, Sept 11: Apni Party president Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Wednesday appealed to the people of the Sonawari constituency in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district to support and vote for the party’s candidate Imtiyaz Parray in the upcoming assembly polls.
He was addressing a public rally at Wangipora Sumbal. Imtiyaz Parray submitted his nomination papers as the Apni Party’s candidate for the 14-Sonawari constituency.
Addressing the gathering, Bukhari urged the people to support and vote for Parray, promising that if elected, the party would address all local issues and grievances effectively.
He said the Apni Party is committed to ensuring a dignified life for the people, especially the youth, who have been grappling with numerous challenges here. “A large number of young people are imprisoned, and thousands face charges related to stone-pelting and other offences. We are committed to securing the release of detainees, announcing a general amnesty, and guiding them towards a path of peace, prosperity, and well-being,” he said, adding, “Our youth is our future, and we will not leave them at the mercy of adverse situations caused by their past mistakes.”
Bukhari said if the Apni Party is elected to power, it will fill all job vacancies in the government sector within six months of taking office. “This initiative would provide employment to approximately two lakh people. Furthermore, we will regularise 1.25 lakh daily wagers within three months of assuming office,” he promised.
Altaf Bukhari assured that the Apni Party would repeal the existing geology and mining policies, which, he said, allow outsiders to secure contracts for minerals and natural resources. “Locals should have rights to these natural resources. The current laws and policies are adversely affecting the interests of the local people,” he said.
He applauded Imtiaz Parray for his “unwavering dedication and loyalty” to the party.
Addressing the rally, the party’s Chief Spokesperson, Muntazir Mohiuddin, took a dig at the traditional political parties and their leaders. He said, “From day one, our political opponents—the traditional political parties and their leaders—have constantly run a defamation campaign with baseless allegations against the Apni Party. In contrast, the Apni Party’s agenda and policies have been clear and unambiguous. From the beginning, we have been committed to our pro-people agenda.”
Muntazir said that Apni Party is committed to continuing its efforts to implement its agenda and policies for sustained peace, prosperity, and development of J&K.
