In political parties people come, go: Altaf Bukhari

Srinagar, Aug 07: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari today said that in political parties people come and go and there is nothing unusal about it.

He was talking to media persons in Uri. Responding to a question about some party leaders who recently left the Apni Party he said, “In politics and within political parties, people come and go. Some stay, while others leave, which is not unusual. I wish the best for those colleagues who have departed. I believe that most people in politics genuinely want to serve and contribute to the well-being of the people. Therefore, I extend my best wishes to all my former colleagues.”

Bukhari had a day-long meeting with grassroots-level party workers, including booth leaders, in north Kashmir’s Uri constituency, from where he is contesting the upcoming assembly polls.

According to a press release, he held a series of detailed meetings with constituency leaders, senior workers, and especially booth-level leaders to formulate strategies for the upcoming assembly elections.

During these meetings, the Apni Party president and candidate for the constituency gathered firsthand information and feedback. On this occasion, he advised the party leaders and senior workers to remain well-connected with the masses and ensure that the people fully informed about the party’s people-centric agenda and policies.

He said, “This is the right time for us to accelerate our public outreach to make people well aware of our agenda and policies for the upliftment and well-being of this constituency, which has always been neglected by those in power after receiving votes from the people here. When you engage with the public, avoid speaking negatively about our political opponents. Instead, focus on explaining Apni Party’s intentions and agenda for the prosperity of the people. The public is intelligent enough to make their own decisions and distinctions.”

Bukhari added, “I have complete faith in Almighty Allah, who knows that my intent is to serve Uri and its people because I belong to this place.” He urged his party colleagues to take every possible measure to fortify the party's presence in every corner of the constituency.

He said, “We should identify our weaknesses, even the minor ones, in order to improve the party's presence here. We do not have much time; therefore, we must work hard and value every hour. To ensure success, we need to enhance our genuine political activities and public outreach across the constituency.”

Regarding certain public issues and grievances in Uri, the Apni Party President stated that he is fully informed about the problems and challenges faced by the local residents. He assured that once he receives a public mandate to serve, he will ensure the prompt redressal of these issues, including the enduring electricity crisis in the area.