The event was gracefully hosted by Musadiq Alam, who conducted the proceedings with warmth and decorum, ensuring a smooth and engaging flow throughout the mehfil, said a press release.

The Mehfil was graced by renowned personality Bashir Dada as the Chief Guest, while Riyaz Masroor, senior journalist associated with BBC, and Molana Hameed-ul-Nayeemi attended as guests of honour.

The programme commenced with a soulful Tilawat-e-Qur’an by Mohammad Hafiz Qur’an Shareef, followed by Naat Shareef recited by Sahil Fayaz. Manqabat in praise of Maula Ali (AS) were beautifully presented by Mohammad Abbas, Mohsin Ali, and Ahmad Raza, deeply moving the audience and creating a spiritually charged atmosphere.

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While addressing the meeting, Sat Sharma stressed that the BJP’s strength lies in its disciplined cadre and strong grassroots connect, which distinguishes it from other political parties.

He stated that the BJP believes in politics of performance and accountability, not in empty slogans or misleading promises. He urged party workers to act as effective links between the government and the people, ensuring that the welfare schemes and developmental initiatives launched under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi reach the last person standing in the queue, said a press release.

He further remarked that while opposition parties thrive on confusion and negativity, the BJP continues to deliver development, stability, and transparent governance.

Sat Sharma reiterated that the BJP remains firmly committed to addressing issues related to infrastructure, public security, education, employment, and holistic regional development.

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In a press release, Inam Un Nabi said the administration imposed unjustified restrictions and prevented AIP leaders and workers from assembling to voice public concerns over what the party terms as anti-worker and anti-poor changes in the employment guarantee scheme. He said the move reflects intolerance towards democratic dissent and an attempt to silence voices questioning policies that directly affect livelihoods.

Meanwhile, AIP said it will hold a peaceful sit-in protest as per schedule on Tuesday at Lal Chowk, Anantnag, against the MGNREGA amendments.

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As per a press release, the party has also objected to the removal of Mahatma Gandhi’s name from the rural employment scheme. The agitation will include gheraos of state assemblies, four zonal rallies, district-level fasts and dharnas, panchayat-level chaupals etc.

Working President Raman Bhalla strongly emphasised over rejuvenating  the organisation at booth level and urged district presidents to get connected with the people  at grass root level ensuring that  people’s problems are highlighted  for resolution. He also stressed for involving frontal organisations including   Mahila Congress, Youth Congress, NSUI and all Cells  which are an important part of Congress party who always remained  at the forefront to contribute towards  serving  people  and strengthening the party.

All the district presidents ensured  that they under the leadership of PCC President Tariq Hameed Karra will work  vigorously  to strengthen the organisation and will reach  every  nook and corner of J&K with the party’s programmes  and  pro-people policies and further strengthening the party in their respective districts.

Earlier, Karra chaired a  meeting of newly appointed  District Presidents of J&K, held at PCC HQ Jammu in which the current political situation was discussed. Karra congratulated the newly appointed District Presidents and  wished them great success in their new role and expressed confident that their experience and dedication will further strengthen the organization in J&K.

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The discussion focused extensively on the need to democratise youth and political leadership in Kashmir and to create inclusive, merit-based pathways for young people seeking to enter public life and governance.

Issues related to ethical leadership, the professionalisation of politics, evidence-based strategy, grassroots mobilisation, and the integration of Kashmiri youth into national policy and governance platforms were also deliberated upon, said a press release.

Khuehami said: “ Kishor is set to arrive in the Kashmir Valley on February 2, to participate in a youth interaction programme being organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association at Tagore Hall, Srinagar. He will attend the programme as the Chief Guest and engage in a one-on-one interaction with students and youth leaders. During his visit from February 2 to 5, he is also expected to meet young professionals, youth leaders, and students from across the Valley.” The interaction aims to bridge existing gaps in exposure and understanding among Kashmiri youth in areas such as policy formulation, political consultancy, leadership development, governance processes, and democratic participation. Kishor is expected to share insights on career pathways, political communication, governance reform, election management, campaign war-room operations, communication strategy, and outcome-oriented governance. The programme is expected to provide valuable national-level exposure to Kashmiri students and youth leaders, strengthen their confidence, and encourage informed and constructive participation in democratic processes.

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During the interactions, delegations from different parts of the Valley apprised Mir of a wide range of local issues, developmental challenges, and pressing public grievances affecting their respective areas.

The representatives highlighted concerns related to basic civic amenities, infrastructure development, employment opportunities, healthcare facilities, education, and road connectivity, among other issues. Several delegations also raised matters pertaining to administrative bottlenecks and urged timely intervention to ensure effective governance at the grassroots level, said a party press release.

Mir listened patiently to the concerns raised by the visiting delegations and assured them that the National Conference remains committed to addressing public issues and safeguarding the interests of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He emphasized that the party has always stood for inclusive development, social justice, and the empowerment of local communities.

“The National Conference has a strong legacy of working for the welfare of the people. We believe in participatory politics where public voices are heard and acted upon. The concerns raised today will be taken up with the relevant authorities to ensure appropriate and timely redressal,” Mir said.

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In his message, the Party President Syed Altaf Bukhari paid rich tribute to the life and teachings of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, highlighting his ideals of courage, sacrifice, equality, and service to humanity. He said that Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s teachings continue to inspire people to stand for truth and justice.

The Apni party president prayed for peace, prosperity, and harmony for all, and appealed to people to follow the teachings of Guru Ji in their daily lives. He emphasised that the message of Guru Gobind Singh Ji belongs to all humanity and promotes unity, brotherhood, and mutual respect. Apni Party reaffirmed its commitment to the values of equality and social justice as taught by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, it added.

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In an exclusive conversation with Greater Kashmir, former Union Minister said he remained broadly a “Congress man” but cannot vouch that the party was in a vibrant situation here.

“But they have their presence here, the party structure is intact, they have their president, party is engaged in politics here as well,” he said. He however said that despite being a Congressman he cannot compel the party to think about the present political situation of J&K as he thinks.

“That cannot be possible. Congress is an all-India party. It has its constitution, its policy. I am a Ccongressman but I am not a slave to the Congress party. I deal with Sonia Ji occasionally and with Rahul Gandhi as well but I am a free man,” he said. He further said the party leadership at times consult him when it comes to policy making.

“Broadly, the Congress politics is very good for every religion. Congress party’s constitution is the togetherness of India. The togetherness of the nation is best explained through the constitution of All India Congress,” he told Greater Kashmir. “But as for the Kashmir situation, I don’t tell my party to join me and seek my special status. I am enough for that as a Kashmiri,” he said.

He said Congress was a national party and had limitations in seeking restoration of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. “They cannot say they will use their might to restore the special status of J&K but otherwise, Congress will try as a secular party to own the people along with their thinking,” he said. About the prevailing situation in J&K, former Union Minister Saifuddin Soz said the J&K was going through an unstable situation in which people of Kashmir are feeling distraught with the Central Government.

“People have a permanent anxiety in their mind. The overwhelming majority of the people feel distressed with the abrogation of Article 370 by GoI,” he said. He said that the claims made by the present BJP government about the normal situation in J&K were far from reality. “They go on saying anything but the fact is that what they did in 2019 was not acceptable to the people of Kashmir,” he said.

Asked about the claims of a normalcy and peaceful situation in J&K, Prof Soz said the people have changed their strategy as going for shutdown has its own economical consequences.

“It is not a concession to the PM Modi Government. It is a change in the strategy because people thought that Hartal causes losses in the trade. But they are waiting for an opportunity. This is what I should say initially,” he said. He said the BJP government in 2019 abrogated Article 370 without consulting the people. “But I must tell you the people of J&K will never compromise on this Article because it came out of a struggle which gave a special status to J&K,” he said. He said if not the present generation but the next generation will fight for restoration of Article 370.

“Nobody here including Omar Abdullah has accepted the abrogation of Article 370. There is a mainstream group of politicians here and none of them believe that Article 370 has gone permanently,” he said.

He said people are afraid to speak up and express their views but “Article 370 was abrogated through a system of trickery.” “The Article 370 did not come on a platter but the State’s tallest leader Sheikh Mohammed Abdullah had struggled for it. Therefore, it is a kind of legacy that has been transferred to this generation,” former Union Minister said.

“How people act and react will depend on the circumstances, but it is in the mind and hearts of people.” About the present system of governance in J&K, Saifuddin Soz said that terming it a double engine government was a propaganda. “There is a proper constitution according to which the GoI has to perform within its four walls and the J&K government will perform within the same boundary. Nobody can go out of the constitution,” he said. About his political relationship with former Union Minister and former J&K Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad, Soz said he had no compulsion to deal with individual political entities. “Ghulam Nabi Azad is a political entity. He is welcome to his ideas. I am not responsible for what he thinks of politics. About the performance of the present Omar Abdullah led government, Saifuddin Soz said the CM made a “good statement” recently that they should be judged at the end of their term.

“He (Omar) recently said that they have got a mandate for five years and people should not judge them in the first year as the government will prove its performance after completing five years,” he said. “I cannot guarantee that he can stand that test but we can wait.”

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PDP Ex-Minister and Chairman Parliamentary Board Abdul Rehman Veeri visited Laigroo’s residence, while  Advocate Mohd Showkat Mir, Provincial President Kashmir, National Conference; Muhammad Rafi Mir, General Secretary, Apni Party; Dr Harbaksh Singh, State Secretary, Apni Party; and Adv Imad Mir, Apni Party leader also visited the bereaved family.

Representatives of various trade bodies also expressed solidarity with the bereaved family, including Muhammad Yaseen Khan of the Kashmir Traders Federation, Aijaz Shahdar, and members of the Kashmir Traders and Manufacturers Federation.

The visiting leaders and delegations also offered condolences to the sons of the deceased—Irfan Aslam Laigroo, Zeeshan Aslam Laigroo, and Mehran Aslam Laigroo—and prayed for strength and patience for them and the entire family during this difficult time. Prominent bussinessman Muhammad Yousuf Mir and Manzoor Ahmed Shah also visited the bereaved family.

PDP Ex-minister and Chairman Parliamentary Board Abdul Rehman Veeri expressed grief over the loss, remembering the late Muhammad Aslam Laigroo as an able, honest, and people-friendly administrator who served the public with dedication and integrity.

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In a press release, Inam said the Union Minister, in his written response to Er Rashid, has assured action.  Ina said the slow execution of the works has been causing sustained inconvenience to commuters, traders, patients and students, particularly in and around Pattan, where traffic congestion and safety concerns have become a daily ordeal.

He expressed hope that the Union Minister’s assurance will now lead to visible acceleration of work and timely completion.

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