Mehbooba asks PDP cadre to act as bridge between people & govt

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti today asked the cadre of her party PDP to act as a bridge between the people and the government, while terming public participation pivotal for executing the party's agenda of empowerment.
"It is highly encouraging to see the people of the state braving all hardships and contributing towards restoration of peace and normalcy. I expect that you redouble your efforts to improve upon what has already been achieved," she said while addressing PDP's Zonal Presidents from Kashmir Valley here.
Referring to the contribution of the party towards changing the political discourse in the entire subcontinent, she said, "it is the sum total of individual efforts by our workers in creating a viable political alternative that advocated peace and dialogue.

"I seek your active participation in our endeavours to address the issues related to governance, development and peace."
Underlining the importance of a peaceful atmosphere, Mehbooba reiterated her government's commitment to the implementation of the 'Agenda of the Alliance'.
"Our party will never compromise on the need for peace as it is our state which is the main victim of hostilities in the region," she added.

In the meeting, she was apprised by the delegates about the political and developmental scenario on the ground.
Speaking on the occasion, Party General Secretary Mohammed Sartaj Madni said resolution of the Kashmir issue is a must to ensure sustainable peace and development in the state.

"We have full confidence in the abilities of Mehbooba Ji that she will lead the people out of this morass and quagmire," he said.