DPAP will courageously voice public concerns in parliament: Azad

Jammu May 01: Chairman of the Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) Ghulam Nabi Azad on Wednesday articulated his core agenda centred around development, unity and progress.
Addressing roadshows in Rajouri, Azad denounced the “divisive tactics” employed by rival parties, condemning their attempts to sow discord based on religion and caste He underscored the dangers of divisive politics, pointing out that while some parties have historically divided people on religious lines, they are now resorting to caste-based divisions.
The DPAP chief highlighted the detrimental impact of such divisive tactics on the region’s future, emphasizing that the election of MPs based solely on community affiliations would inevitably lead to neglect and marginalization of other communities. He urged the electorate to reject this brand of politics, emphasizing the importance of unity for the progress and prosperity of the region and the state at large.
“If we choose MPs based on religion or caste, how can we expect justice for all communities? This politics is dangerous, and that’s why we are not progressing. I have never engaged in politics based on religion or caste. When I built a hospital, it was for all. When I built roads, it was for all. We shouldn’t divide people; we have to unite everyone and develop the entire region. As CM, I focused on development not on the basis of religion but for those who deserve it,” Azad said.
He reiterated his commitment to catalyzing progress and prosperity in the region if his government comes to power.
The former chief minister endorsed Adv Saleem Parray as the ideal candidate to represent the aspirations and concerns of the region in Parliament, citing Parray’s dedication and advocacy skills as instrumental in echoing the voices of the constituents.
“Adv Saleem Parray is young and educated. My aim is to see youth join mainstream politics, so that those who exploited them for years with one family politics should get a lesson, that J&K is not only theirs but these Kashmiri youth also deserve to be in politics and win elections to serve the public,” he said.
Azad accused the National Conference and People’s Democratic Party of selling self-rule and autonomy for years and not speaking on development.
“Now they are fooling again with false slogans. We should be aware and reject them,” he said.