Expressing optimism on the swearing-in of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti described the day as “very auspicious” for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, who have secured their government after several years.
“Today is a very auspicious day. People of Jammu and Kashmir have got their government after several years. People have elected a stable government. They have suffered a lot, especially after 2019, and we hope that this new government will heal the wounds we got,” Mufti stated after attending Abdullah’s oath ceremony.
While acknowledging the positive steps, Mufti urged the new administration to pass a resolution condemning the central government’s decisions from August 5, 2019, which involved the abrogation of Article 370 and the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two union territories.
“We hope that the government will pass a resolution condemning the decision of August 5, 2019, as the people of J&K do not accept those decisions,” she added.
The former chief minister of the erstwhile state also highlighted critical issues needing attention, such as unemployment, drug addiction, and electricity shortages.
Iltija Mufti, Mehbooba’s daughter, echoed these sentiments on social media, emphasising the significance of an elected government after an extended wait.
“J&K will finally have an elected government after an excruciatingly long wait of six years. Best wishes to Omar sahab & hope they do justice to the overwhelming mandate & trust people have reposed in them,” she posted on X.In a separate statement on X, the PDP congratulated Abdullah, affirming their support for the new government in standing against the decisions made on August 5, 2019.
“We congratulate @OmarAbdullah sb for taking oath as Chief Minister of UT of J&K. People have elected the new government with a hope that it stays true to its promises of standing against the decisions taken on 5 August 2019, and we support the new government on it. Our best wishes to him and his cabinet for a fruitful tenure,” the PDP stated.
The comments from the PDP highlight a cautious optimism about the new government while reaffirming the party’s stance on key issues affecting the region.
