Mehbooba Mufti, the President of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has alleged that authorities intentionally delayed elections within the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seats to govern voters in favor of BJP allies and deter individuals from exercising their franchise in opposition to the continued assault on Jammu and Kashmir’s id and sources.
Addressing election rallies in Maniyal Gali, Rajouri, she pressured the importance of the continued elections in safeguarding Jammu and Kashmir’s distinctive id. Mehbooba additionally emphasised that the polls current a chance to ship a transparent message to the Union Government that selections made on and after August 5, 2019, are unconstitutional and should be revoked.
Mufti expressed her willpower to contest from the area regardless of its remoteness and the challenges of campaigning. She highlighted the deep connection the PDP founder Mufti Mohammad Sayeed had with the realm. “I’m your candidate and search your vote as a result of PDP founder Mufti Mohammad Sayeed had a really deep reference to this space. Many individuals informed me to contest from elsewhere, citing the challenges of campaigning on this distant area. However, I remained agency in my resolution to contest from right here as a result of each my father and I’ve at all times held a particular place in our hearts for this area.
She added, “I have been trekking through these terrains since the time when the people of these areas faced grave challenges, with many afraid to even leave their homes. I want you to strengthen my resolve and ensure my victory so that I can represent you in parliament with the same courage and determination.”
Addressing issues over the delayed polls, Mehbooba criticized the shortage of clarification from officers and questioned their motives. She stated there appears to be collusion at play between these officers and the Election Commission of India (ECI) to govern the electoral course of. “The authorities has intentionally prolonged the election date right here to make this path hazardous for me. Despite dealing with financial hardships themselves, my staff are spending cash from their very own pockets to sponsor my marketing campaign.
“The officers who have delayed the polls have not provided any reasons for this. It raises questions about whether these officers are also colluding with the ECI?,” Mehbooba requested.
She additional condemned a viral video that includes a BJP chief threatening voters with penalties paying homage to 1947 if they didn’t assist BJP’s proxy candidates. She alleged that the delay in polls aimed to instill concern amongst voters and coerce them into compliance.
Mufti urged voters to recollect the contributions of Mufti Mohammad Sayeed and prove in giant numbers on May 25 to make sure victory for the PDP and confront the challenges dealing with Jammu and Kashmir.
