Srinagar, Nov 28 (KNO): National Conference’s top decision-making body, the Central Working Committee, Friday reaffirmed its commitment to the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status and statehood. The top body, which held a two-day session since yesterday here, also condemned Delhi blast that left 15 people dead and many others injured.
It also called for accountability in the Nowgam blast in which at least 9 people were killed and several others were injured after a stockpile of explosives went off accidentally.
Speaking with reporters at the end of two-day session today, NC spokesman and MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said the Working Committee unanimously reaffirmed its commitment to the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status and statehood.
“The committee reiterated that this issue remains central to the aspirations of the people and must be addressed without delay. The party will continue its principled fight for its full resolution,” he said.
He said the Working Committee urged the Government to immediately restore full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir as promised on the floor of the Parliament, repeatedly reaffirmed in the public domain, and noted by Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court.
He said the top body also expressed deep concern over the recent terror attack in Delhi and extended heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives.
The Working Committee passed several resolutions, calling for immediate statehood restoration, condemning Delhi blast, and seeking protection of Kashmiri outside Jammu and Kashmir.
“In a civilised society, such acts of violence has no place and such heinous acts must be dealt with firmly,” reads third resolution of the party. The Party’s fourth resolution expressed concern over the Nowgam blast and conveyed its condolences to the affected families.
“The committee stated that the incident must be investigated at the highest level and responsibility fixed for any deviation from standard procedures,” it states.
The fifth resolution expressed serious concern over the reports of harassment faced by students, traders, and residents of Jammu and Kashmir in different parts of the country.
“It strongly condemned the selective targeting in the aftermath of recent events. The Committee emphasised that the people of Jammu and Kashmir cannot be stereotyped and called upon the state governments to ensure the safety, dignity and protection of the lives and property of Kashmiris and other residents of Jammu and Kashmir living or working across India. Not every Kashmiri is a terrorist or a supporter of terror,” the resolution states.
In its sixth resolution, the NC reiterated the party’s commitment to fulfilling all promises made in its manifesto.
In the last resolution, the party unanimously reaffirmed its full support to the government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and urged it to continue fulfilling the aspirations of the people and upholding their dignity—(KNO)