#DemocracyInKashmir Archives

Ruhullah Mehdi Slams ‘Forced Development’ in Kashmir: Who Really Benefits?

March 19, 2025 Editor

Ruhullah Mehdi Slams Infrastructure Imposition in Kashmir: Forced Development or Economic Neglect? A Debate Over Development in Kashmir – The debate over development in Jammu and Kashmir has once again taken center stage, with National Conference MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi voicing strong criticism against the central government. During a session in Parliament, Ruhullah accused the government of imposing infrastructure projects on Kashmir without considering the aspirations or immediate needs of its people. His remarks have reignited discussions about land acquisition, displacement of farmers, and the apparent neglect of regions actively…

Pre-Election Move: BJP Repositions Itself in Kashmir with New District Chiefs

December 17, 2023 Editor

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made changes to the leadership positions in four districts of Kashmir – Baramulla, Kupwara, Budgam, and Anantnag – in preparation for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, as reported by the Hindustan Times. In Baramulla, Sufi Mohiudin, the district president, has been replaced by Raja Waqar, a young influential leader from an esteemed family in Uri. Sufi has been appointed as a member of the state working committee of the party. Javeed Quershi, a prominent advocate, has been appointed as the new district president of…