Srinagar: Dr Farooq Abdullah, President of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC), today reiterated that social justice and equitable development form the cornerstone of the party’s ideology.
He affirmed that the government led by Omar Abdullah is steadfastly working in the same spirit to ensure inclusive growth and people-centric governance across Jammu and Kashmir.
Dr. Farooq made these remarks while welcoming scores of political activists from the BJP and Panthers Party into the NC fold at the party headquarters, Nawa-e-Subha, in Srinagar. The delegation was led by Inayatullah, District President, Udhampur OBC Cell. Several office-bearers from various wings of Udhampur district were also present on the occasion.
Extending a warm welcome to the new entrants, Dr. Farooq expressed confidence that their induction would further strengthen the party’s grassroots presence across the Jammu region, particularly in Udhampur. He said the growing support for the National Conference reflects the people’s faith in its legacy of secularism, social harmony, and inclusive development.
The new members pledged to uphold the party’s ideals and reaffirmed their commitment to its secular credentials and its mission to serve the people irrespective of caste, creed, region, or religion.
Highlighting the party’s historic role, Dr. Farooq underscored how the National Conference has consistently championed the cause of backward classes and marginalised sections of society through progressive measures. He recalled the landmark “Naya Kashmir” manifesto, which envisioned and articulated rights for women, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other backward classes at a time when such progressive ideas were largely absent in the rest of the country.
He further stated that the Omar Abdullah-led government remains committed to translating these principles into action, ensuring that development and progress reach every doorstep without discrimination.
Dr. Farooq also exhorted party functionaries to work in close coordination and with renewed dedication in the run-up to the upcoming Urban Local Bodies (ULB) and Panchayat elections, emphasising unity, discipline, and proactive public outreach as key to strengthening the party’s connection with the people.
