Tensions Rise in Baramulla as Abdullah and Bukhari Clash in Political Showdown

Tensions Rise in Baramulla as Abdullah and Bukhari Clash in Political Showdown

Asif Iqbal | November 16, 2023 | 09:05 AM IST | Politics | Follow on Google News

Tensions Rise in Baramulla as Abdullah and Bukhari Clash in Political Showdown

Tensions Rise in Baramulla as Abdullah and Bukhari Clash in Political Showdown

Former Chief Minister and National Conference vice president, Omar Abdullah, and Apni Party chief Altaf Bukhari engaged in a heated exchange of accusations during separate political rallies in Baramulla district. The verbal sparring revolved around their parties’ alleged associations and historical actions, revealing a deep-seated political rivalry.

Omar Abdullah’s Allegations Against Bukhari

Omar Abdullah, addressing the crowd, took aim at Altaf Bukhari’s purported links with the Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP). The NC leader accused Bukhari of being part of the ruling BJP, emphasizing his commitment to speaking against the government when necessary. Abdullah questioned Bukhari’s freedom during the 2019 political detentions, challenging him to disclose the secret behind his liberty.Reacting to Bukhari’s statements about the Tangmarg episode in 2010, Abdullah demanded an explanation for who ignited the unrest in Tangmarg at that time.

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The former Chief Minister highlighted the historical context, citing conspiracies against Jammu and Kashmir Chief Ministers dating back to 1953. Abdullah asserted his uncompromising stance against wrongdoing, emphasizing instances where he criticized decisions even within the larger political alliance.

Bukhari’s Counterattack on NC’s Legacy

In a counterattack during his own rally in Baramulla district, Altaf Bukhari accused the National Conference of consistently coming to power in Jammu and Kashmir since 1947 with the blessings of New Delhi.

He alleged that the NC had never secured power independently, relying on support from the central government.Bukhari delved into historical elections, pointing to the 1987 government formation with the blessings of Rajiv Gandhi. He claimed that the consequences of that election had led to immense suffering, with a significant loss of lives. Accusing the NC of colluding with the saffron party, he challenged Omar Abdullah’s statements about the BJP forming a new party in the region.

Accusations of Blackmail and Failure to Safeguard Article 370

Altaf Bukhari continued his barrage of accusations, asserting that the National Conference had never raised genuine issues of the common people with the central government. He accused the NC of resorting to blackmail for personal gains, particularly referencing the autonomy resolution that they allegedly failed to pass.Turning to a critical moment in recent history, Bukhari lambasted the NC for its perceived failure in safeguarding Article 370 and 35A, both of which were scrapped by the BJP-led government in 2019.

He questioned the NC’s actions during this crucial period, asserting that supporting the cause had garnered votes, but concrete actions were lacking.

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