J&K Assembly Polls Focus on Bigger Goal, Not Statehood: Mehbooba Mufti

The Jammu and Kashmir poll results are set to be announced on October 4. Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti expressed her perspective on the upcoming assembly election in the region.

She emphasized that the election is not solely about statehood or seat sharing but rather about a larger goal. Mufti conveyed her stance during a press conference held for the launch of the PDP manifesto for the impending assembly polls.

She highlighted that their alliance with other parties in the past has been based on specific agendas, and stressed the importance of aligning with a common agenda rather than just seat sharing. The PDP manifesto emphasizes the party’s determination to restore the constitutional guarantees that were revoked and aims to reinstate Jammu & Kashmir to its original status.

Additionally, the party pledged to advocate for diplomatic initiatives between India and Pakistan, with a focus on conflict resolution, confidence-building measures, and regional cooperation. They also proposed the establishment of full connectivity across the Line of Control (LoC) for trade and social exchange.

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