Vote against NC will only empower BJP, its allies: Mian Altaf Ahmad

Srinagar, Sep 24: Senior National Conference (NC)  leader and Member of Parliament Mian Altaf Ahmad today said that vote against his party will only empower BJP and its allies.

According to a press release, he was addressing an election rally at Kalaroos Block in the Kupwara assembly constituency.  The rally was organised by the party's Provincial President and  contesting candidate from Kupwara, Nasir Aslam Wani Sogami.

Mian Altaf urged everyone to see through the “deceptive tactics of the BJP and its allies, who are attempting to manipulate votes and undermine the true representation of the people of Kashmir.” He highlighted the fact that in the last parliamentary election, a certain individual garnered sympathy votes by falsely promising release and acquittal from all charges - a decision that only the court has the authority to make.

“It is unjust that while many others are unjustly imprisoned under draconian laws, only a select few are granted freedom. This selective release is a deliberate ploy to weaken our collective voice. New Delhi's agenda is clear - they want to divide us. But we must rise above their divisive tactics and unite under the banner of the NC. Any misstep now will have far-reaching consequences for future generations. Let us show our strength, intelligence, and unity by voting for the NC and safeguarding the future of Kashmir,” he said.

He emphasised that little has been done for Gujjars over the years. "The BJP claims to champion the rights of the Gujjars, but where are the forest rights they promised? Why the delay? We see through this deception and refuse to be fooled. Any vote against the NC will only empower BJP and their allies," he said.

Nasir Aslam Wani said that NC  has consistently served as a stronghold against those who aim to undermine our identity and rights. “Despite facing immense challenges and being targeted by adversaries, we have never wavered from our core principles. Today, I can confidently affirm that as long as the power remains in the hands of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, our authentic voice cannot be silenced. Your vote has always been a symbol of strength, but in this election, it carries the weight of our collective destiny, “he said.