Excelsior Correspondent
VIJAYPUR Apr 21: Former Minister and National Conference State Secretary Surjeet Singh Slathia today said that realization is fast dawning upon progressive, forward-looking and peace-loving people to isolate divisive forces and work for strengthening the bonds of amity and brotherhood in a pluralistic state like Jammu and Kashmir.
“The people are disgusted and dejected with those believing in politics of hate and understand that reactionary political pursuits can only lead to chaos and crisis, which the state is currently witnessing”, Slathia said while welcoming several prominent youth into National Conference at a function held here this afternoon.
Referring to the joining of new entrants, Slathia said that National Conference is the only and natural choice for public spirited activists because of its pro-people agenda, secular credentials and commitment to maintaining and preserving singular entity of Jammu and Kashmir.
He appreciated the sagacious decision of the new-comers, saying they will feel a fresh breeze of inclusiveness, togetherness and camaraderie, which can’t be fort of any other political party. He hoped that joining of right thinking people will not only strengthen the National Conference but also generate at atmosphere of trust and confidence across the state.
“National Conference has a track record of maintaining peace and tranquility even in adverse situations and during most testing times”, Mr Slathia said and asserted that that the party will continue to play its assigned role in meeting all challenges. The regional unity and communal harmony will continue to guide the cadre, he said adding that public welfare has all along been its focused agenda.
The new entrants pledged to work for strengthening the party in their respective area with a mission to serve the people.
Youth National Conference District President Samba Riaz Malik and Abhimanyu Jamwal were present on the occasion.