JKDWT extends support to BJP candidate Mohan Lal

Sushil Sharma, Chairman of JKDWT addressing a press conference in Akhnoor on Sunday.
Sushil Sharma, Chairman of JKDWT addressing a press conference in Akhnoor on Sunday.

Excelsior Correspondent
AKHNOOR, Sept 22: Ahead of the upcoming elections, the All Jammu Kashmir Disabled Welfare Trust (JKDWT) today announced its support for BJP candidate and retired SSP, Mohan Lal, from the Akhnoor Assembly constituency.
The announcement in this regard was made by the Trust’s Chairman, Sushil Sharma in a press conference held here today.
Addressing to the media, Sushil Sharma said, “The Trust has unanimously decided to support Mohan Lal due to his unwavering support for our cause over the years. He has always stood by the disabled community, and after our detailed discussions and has assured us that our issues will be strongly represented in the Assembly.”
“The Trust’s support is not extended based on party affiliation but on the candidate’s past actions and commitment. We are not bound to support any particular political party. However, Mohan Lal has consistently backed our welfare initiatives and it is our responsibility to reciprocate this support. Moreover, the BJP has taken concrete steps towards addressing the concerns of the disabled, widows, and the elderly, promising to increase pensions from Rs 1,000 to Rs 3,000 a commitment not seen in the manifestoes of other parties,” he said.
Sharma further appealed to all members and affiliates of the Trust to support Mohan Lal in the upcoming elections, scheduled for October 1st.
President, Sham Lal, Secretary Vakeel Chand, Allah Rakha, Vinod Singh, Bimla Devi, Sapna Devi and Rita Devi were also present during the confernce.