PDP resolves to work for resolution of Kashmir issue and restoration of Article 370
JK News Today
Srinagar, December 14: PDP today resolves to work for “ resolution of Kashmir issue” as also for restoration of Article 370 .
This resolution was passed at the general council meeting of the party chaired by its president Mehbooba Mufti Mufti .
The following points were taken up in the meeting.
The General Council of the People’s Democratic Party, convened at Srinagar on
December 14, 2024, reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the party’s
foundational principles. We resolve to reinvigorate our struggle for peace with
dignity for the state of Jammu and Kashmir, using all democratic and constitutional
methods to resolve the Kashmir issue, including the restoration of the special status
that was enjoyed by our people until August 5, 2019, under the Constitution of India.
Satisfaction with Recent Election.
The meeting acknowledges the recent Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections.
While the PDP’s performance did not meet expectations, we are confident that the
elected representatives can effectively articulate the concerns, aspirations, and
opinions of the people. PDP urges the Union government and the broader Indian
populace about the issues of disempowerment, deprivation, and humiliation
resulting from the unconstitutional revocation of J&K’s constitutional rights, Article-
370.
Expectations from the Ruling National Conference.
The meeting expresses hope that the current J&K government will act in accordance
with the significant mandate and trust placed in their manifesto and commitments.
However, we note that the initial actions of the current government have not fully
met these expectations. We urge the J&K gonerment. to recognize the mandate’s
true essence and lead effectively.
Governance and Development.
The party believes that the government must take effective measures in
addressing critical issues such as electricity shortages, unemployment, the drug
crisis, the release of prisoners, and the overexploitation of natural resources which
are damaging the environment and ecology irreversibly.
Release of Political Prisoners.
The meeting demands an immediate process to review the status of political
prisoners held in various jails across India. We call for the release of all individuals
detained on weak or non-existent charges and advocate for transferring prisoners
to Jammu and Kashmir.
Rising Hate Crimes.
The meeting expresses deep concern over the increasing climate of hatred against
Muslims in India. We implore the Prime Minister to leverage his influence to curb
violence, dispel false narratives, and halt the targeting of Muslims through what we
perceive as judicial overreach. We reaffirm our belief in India as a nation that
celebrates diversity, mutual respect, and the protection of individual rights
