Abrar Rashid Blasts NC Rigging, PDP-BJP Alliance at AIP’s Massive Soibugh Rally for Budgam Bypoll

Abrar Rashid

 Awami Ittehaad Party (AIP) today held a massive public rally at Soibugh, where senior party leaders and workers gathered in large numbers to mobilise support for the Budgam by-election.

While addressing the gathering, Abrar Rashid, son of incarcerated MP Er Rasheed, delivered a hard-hitting speech, launching a scathing attack on NC, PDP and BJP for decades of political betrayal and damage to Jammu & Kashmir.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Abrar said, “Had NC not rigged the 1987 elections, Syed Salahuddin would have been the Chief Minister today. The rigging changed the political landscape forever and pushed Kashmir into turmoil.”

He further blasted the PDP leadership, stating that the party “brought destruction to Jammu & Kashmir by aligning with the BJP solely for power.” He said PDP’s decisions inflicted lasting damage on the political and social fabric of the region.

Abrar Rashid also held BJP responsible for deepening alienation and exploiting Kashmir’s political sensitivities, calling it a party that “thrives on division, not development.”

AIP leaders reaffirmed that the people of Budgam now see Er Rashid’s mission of justice and accountability as the only credible path forward, and the growing public support reflects a strong desire for change.

The rally concluded with renewed commitment from party workers to intensify the campaign and ensure a decisive mandate for AIP candidate Nazir Ahmad Khan.

PDP-BJP Alliance Persists, Promises 200 Free Power Units in Budgam Rally: Omar Abdullah

Omar Abdullah

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said that the alliance between the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) continues to be in place.

Speaking at a public gathering in Budgam, Abdullah discussed electricity usage and billing, noting that consumption should only be counted where meters are installed.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

He explained that if a meter is unnecessary, it should not be used, and bills would rise in line with actual usage.

He added, “We have promised 200 free units, and God willing, we will fulfill that commitment. To benefit from this, do not fall for the PDP’s political tactics.”

Abdullah criticized the PDP, claiming its leaders installed meters in government offices but failed to pass any benefits to citizens.

He said as per KNS ,that under his government, assistance is available for the most financially vulnerable.

He further said that the PDP has misled people, overlooked past errors, and in some cases, arrested individuals, while forming alliances with the BJP. In contrast, the National Conference administration prioritized public welfare.

Urging voters to focus on development, employment opportunities for youth, and electricity charges, Abdullah said the electorate’s choice would determine governance for the next four years..

He specifically appealed for support for JKNC candidate Aga Mehmood in the Budgam by-election, scheduled for November 11. Abdullah recalled past elections where voters had elected him successfully and expressed hope they would extend the same support to Aga Mehmood.(KNS).