Development deficit prevails in Srinagar: Altaf Bukhari

Srinagar, Jul 25: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Saturday strongly criticised the MLAs from Srinagar, accusing them of abandoning the very people who voted them to power in the 2024 Assembly elections.
He said that “these so-called representatives won votes by making false promises and raising unrealistic hopes among the people. However, after the ruling party secured victories in all eight Assembly constituencies of Srinagar, they have completely ignored the public’s issues and grievances, leaving the people feeling betrayed and disregarded.”
“How do you sleep while the people who voted for you continue to suffer miseries and injustice,” He asked, referring to the MLAs of Srinagar.
Bukhari made these remarks while addressing a gathering at the party headquarters in Srinagar on Saturday.
The event was organised to felicitate Apni Party’s newly elected District President for Srinagar, Zaffar Habib.
Addressing the occasion, Bukhari expressed his grave concern over the pathetic condition of Srinagar city and miscible situation that the residents of the city are facing.
He said, “As Apni Party continues to strengthen its roots across Srinagar and remains closely connected with the people at the grassroots, we have first-hand knowledge of the city’s worsening condition. The people, especially the youth, are struggling with poverty, unemployment, inadequate housing, and several other pressing issues. Yet those whom they elected to power in the 2024 Assembly elections have shown little interest in addressing these issues. Instead of fulfilling the promises they made, these representatives have chosen to remain indifferent to the hardships and aspirations of the people.”
He went on to say, “During the elections, the ruling party leaders misled the people with false promises while seeking their votes. They promised free electricity, free LPG cylinders, an additional ration quota, and one lakh jobs soon after the formation of the government, the regularisation of daily-wagers, and several other such promises. Trusting these assurances, the people gave them a mandate. However, after coming to power, these leaders have chosen to ignore both the people and the issues they had pledged to address.”
He said that Apni Party will stive to raise the issues and problems that people in city are facing. He said, “We are deeply connected with the city and its people. It pains us to witness the misery and hardships they are enduring. Our youth, in particular, are facing immense challenges. Many are frequently summoned to police stations and subjected to unnecessary harassment. They lack adequate employment opportunities and are being deprived of the dignified life they deserve.”
“I assure you that Apni Party will leave no stone unturned to raise their issues and grievances at every appropriate forum and work tirelessly to ensure they are addressed through both immediate relief measures and long-term, sustainable solutions,” he added.
While extending greetings to Zaffar Habib, the newly elected district president for Srinagar district, Bukhari expressed hope that he will ensure that his position in the party will ensure the further strengthening of the party across Srinagar.
“I extend my heartfelt greetings and warm wishes to you. I hope that your appointment to this new position in the organisation will contribute to further strengthening the party in Srinagar and advancing its mission of serving the people,” he said.
Addressing the occasion, Party General Secretary Rafi Ahmad Mir congratulated Zaffar Habib on being elected as the party’s District President for Srinagar.
He said, “I congratulate Zaffar Sahib on being elected as the District President of the party. He was elected through a democratic process, which reflects the values that Apni Party believes in. We have fostered a strong democratic culture within the party, and this election is a testament to that commitment.”
“I express my heartfelt happiness on the election of Zaffar Sahib. We will stand by him and extend our full support whenever he needs us. I wish him every success in carrying out his responsibilities and serving the people and the party,” Mir added.
Besides Altaf Bukhari and Rafi Ahmad Mir, the prominent party leaders who were present on the occasion included Chairman PAC Mohammad Dilawar Mir, Provincial President Kashmir Mohammad Ashraf Mir, Chief Spokesperson & State Secretary Muntazir Mohiuddin, Media Advisor Farooq Andrabi, President Women’s Wing Dilshad Shaheen, District President Kupwara Raja Manzoor, State organisation & Spokesperson Dr Harbaksh Singh, Spokesperson Ishrat Bashir Bhat, Organiser Central Kashmir Mohammad Shafi Mir, District President Srinagar Zaffar Habib, Provincial Secretary Kashmir Adbul Rashid Bhat, Provincial Secretary Kashmir Shiraza Malik, Provincial Joint Secretary Kashmir Abdul Rehman Wani, District Vice President Budgam Mukhtar Ahmad Dar, Youth Joint Secretary Srinagar Mudasir Wali, Tehseen Farooq, Dr Bilal, Afroza Khan, Sabiha Bhat, and others. (KNS)