NC Will Always Remain at Its Peak: J&K Deputy CM Slams Rift Rumours
J&K Deputy CM Surinder Kumar Choudhary and Minister Javed Rana reject claims of rift within the National Conference, asserting party unity.
Amid swirling speculations of internal friction and unrest among its legislators, the Jammu and Kashmir government has stepped forward to firmly deny any crisis within the ruling National Conference (NC). Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Monday dismissed reports of National Conference internal discontent, asserting that the party remains a formidable and united force.
'Evil Eyes' Won't Shake the Party
Addressing the media, Deputy CM Surinder Kumar Choudhary made it clear that the party's political standing is unshakable. He emphasized that the National Conference has historically maintained a position of strength and will continue to do so regardless of external narratives.
“The National Conference has always been at its peak, and the National Conference will always remain at its peak. Even if someone tries to cast an evil eye, it will never affect the National Conference,” Choudhary stated.
More Than Just a Political Party
Adding weight to the Deputy CM's claims, Jammu and Kashmir Minister Javed Rana rejected the notion of an organizational crisis. He described the NC not merely as a political entity but as a "movement" that has survived the toughest of trials.
Rana specifically pointed toward the period following the events of August 5, 2019, claiming that the party remained intact despite what he termed as a concerted effort by the BJP to dismantle it.
- Resilience: Rana claimed the party withstood campaigns of oppression and the use of various agencies.
- Leadership: He asserted that the leadership maintains complete and absolute control over the organization.
- Stability: He expressed full confidence that the government led by Omar Abdullah would complete its full term while focusing on public welfare.
Addressing the Cabinet Representation Row
Much of the recent speculation has centered on dissatisfaction among NC legislators regarding their absence from the Cabinet. Minister Javed Rana addressed these reports, framing the discontent as a natural part of a democratic process.
He acknowledged that while every Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) naturally aspires to hold a ministerial portfolio to better serve their constituency, it is mathematically and administratively impossible to accommodate everyone in the Cabinet.
Rana explained that the current Cabinet was formed based on specific criteria to ensure balanced representation across different communities and regions of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Path to Resolution
While dismissing the idea of a "crisis," Rana did concede that the concerns of the party's legislators deserve attention from the top brass. He suggested that the internal dialogue within the party forum is a healthy practice and not something to be viewed as objectionable.
The Minister expressed confidence that any lingering issues would be settled soon, noting that the return of National Conference president Dr. Farooq Abdullah from Delhi would be the key to resolving all outstanding concerns amicably.