Farooq Abdullah reaffirms commitment to peaceful restoration of J&K’s constitutional rights

National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah on Monday said that the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5, 2019, caused deep hurt and disappointment among the people of Jammu & Kashmir.

He reaffirmed that the party remains committed to pursuing the restoration of the region’s constitutional and democratic rights through peaceful, democratic, and constitutional means.

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He reiterated the party’s strong opposition to the unilateral and unconstitutional actions taken on August 5, stating that such steps continue to remain unacceptable to the people of Jammu & Kashmir as well as to the party.

Dr Abdullah asserted that the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference will persist in its peaceful, democratic, and constitutional struggle for the restoration of the region’s rights.

He made these remarks during a meeting with several individual and public delegations who called on him at the party headquarters in Srinagar.

Emphasizing the values of public service, sincerity, and loyalty to party ideals and programmes, Dr Abdullah said, “Our resolve is rooted in the aspirations and sentiments of the people.”

He added, “I warmly welcome all those who have joined the National Conference today. Their decision reflects growing faith in our party’s vision and commitment to public service. I am confident that their experience and dedication will strengthen our efforts, especially at the grassroots level, and help us better serve the people.”