Prominent political activist Jibran Dar from Srinagar’s Chanapora constituency on Thursday formally joined the Apni Party, along with his supporters and associates.
The joining took place at a special event held at the party headquarters in Srinagar, where senior leaders warmly welcomed the new members. Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Warm Welcome by Altaf Bukhari
Apni Party President Altaf Bukhari greeted Jibran Dar and expressed confidence that his inclusion would strengthen the party at the grassroots level in Chanapora.
“I warmly welcome Jibran Dar Sahib and his associates. His joining will add strength to the party in the constituency,” Bukhari said.
He assured the new members that the party would provide them with opportunities to serve the public and work for the development of their area.
Call for Dialogue with Centre
During a press conference, Altaf Bukhari urged the Central Government to start confidence-building measures (CBMs), including meaningful dialogue with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, especially the youth.
He said the Centre had already promised to engage with the people and that now is the right time to begin serious discussions.
“The people of J&K have chosen peace. It is now up to the Centre to respond with sincere dialogue,” he added.
Demand for Statehood and Youth Relief
Bukhari also repeated key demands, including:
- Restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood
- Ending arrests of youth
- Easing police verification for jobs and passports
- Release of detainees
He referred to a recent court decision granting bail to Shabir Ahmad Shah, calling it a hopeful sign and urging similar relief for others.
Criticism of Current Government
Taking a critical view of the current elected government, Bukhari questioned its performance over the past 18 months.
He raised concerns about:
- Unfulfilled promises of one lakh jobs
- Delay in regularising 1.2 lakh daily wage workers
- Ongoing issues in job reservations
He argued that reservation policies should reflect population ratios to ensure fairness.
Concerns Over Unused Budget
Bukhari also highlighted a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), which revealed that around ₹7,000 crore of the J&K budget remained unused.
He said this was worrying, as it meant missed opportunities for development and could impact future budgets.
Conclusion
Jibran Dar’s entry into the Apni Party is seen as a boost for the party at the local level.
At the same time, Altaf Bukhari’s statements reflect ongoing political concerns in Jammu and Kashmir, especially around governance, development, and the need for meaningful dialogue with the Centre.
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