Examiner Bureau | Budgam:
Srinagar Member of Parliament Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Tuesday announced his decision to quit the ruling National Conference (NC) and resign from the Lok Sabha, while addressing a public gathering at Behisht-e-Zehra Park in Budgam.
Addressing the gathering on the death anniversary of his father, Aga Syed Mehdi, Ruhullah reiterated his differences with the NC leadership, accusing the party of betraying the public mandate and failing to honour its electoral commitments.
He said his differences with the party were rooted in principles and political commitments, particularly issues concerning the restoration of Article 370, protection of constitutional rights, reservation-related concerns and the release of prisoners.
Clarifying the reasons behind his decision, Ruhullah said it was not driven by personal grievances or disappointment over being denied any position within the party. Rather, he said, he was unwilling to compromise on the issues on which the NC had sought public support.
Ruhullah also said his objective was not merely to leave one political party and join another, but to bring together honest and committed youth from Jammu and Kashmir who understand the challenges facing their homeland and communities.
Appealing to parents, he urged them to encourage their children, whom they had raised with honesty and hard work, to come forward and contribute towards bringing about positive change in society.
He said he wanted to build a platform of sincere and dedicated young people committed to public welfare and the overall betterment of Jammu and Kashmir.
Meanwhile, the Srinagar parliamentary seat will fall vacant only after the Lok Sabha Speaker formally accepts Ruhullah’s resignation. Any subsequent by-election will be conducted in accordance with the applicable legal provisions.
