Srinagar March 11: Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) Chairman Ghulam Nabi Azad on Monday stressed upon the central government to restore the statehood to Jammu and Kashmir as assured in Parliament.

He stressed the importance of restoring statehood, noting that the government has assured in Parliament that statehood will be reinstated after elections, Azad said while addressing a public meeting in Devsar area of Jammu Kashmir’s Kulgam district.

The former JK Chief Minister also pledged to introduce laws to safeguard land and job opportunities in the region if elected to power.

He emphasized the need to address the sufferings of the people and outlined a procedural path through which the legislative assembly could enact such a law. He said, if elected to power, this initiative would be his foremost priority.

“It was his party which fought against land eviction orders and due to that the bulldozers were stopped”, Azad said and added “I met the Home Minister in Delhi”.

The DPAP Chairman emphasized the disparity in electricity billings, pointing out that while the poor struggle, there should be a clear distinction between business owners and low-income individuals.

He vowed that under his government, those with low incomes would receive free electricity. Azad further promised to accelerate development in J&K with new infrastructure including roads, colleges, and schools.

The former Congress leader promised to establish additional districts, hospitals, and expand road networks for better accessibility. Azad said, “I gave the district to Kulgam, I have to give more districts after I come to power and my dream is to do more development.”

He stressed the urgent need for change, highlighting the damaging effects of false propaganda disseminated by divisive parties.
The former CM called on the public to unite behind a party with a proven track record of effective governance.

Azad reiterated the widespread desire for progress, emphasizing the critical importance of prioritizing development, job creation, and peace over past experiences of violence and bloodshed.
He affirmed his slogan, stating, “Kaam Bolta hai, Kaam Bolega” (Work Speaks, Work will speak). The DPAP Chairman emphasized that his actions and achievements will speak for themselves, reflecting his commitment to delivering tangible results for the people.

UNI