NC pays glorious tributes to Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah on his 41st death anniversary

Rattan Lal asks party cadre to preserve legacy of amity & communal harmony of Sheikh Abdullah

JAMMU, SEP 8: J&K National Conference today paid glorious tributes to Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah on the occasion of his 41st death anniversary in a function held at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu.

Rattan Lal Gupta, while praising Sheikh Abdullah, discussed various aspects of his life and highlighted his contributions to improve the conditions for the weaker and downtrodden sections of society Sher –e- Kashmir did the land reforms by abolishing Jagirdari system and giving land to the tiller was a historical step. Describing Sheikh Abdullah as one of tallest and visionary leader of the era of Mahatma Gandhi and Khan Abdul Gaffar Khan, Rattan Lal said that his secular and progressive outlook would continue to be a source of inspiration for generations. His dedication and sacrifice for the nation cannot be forgotten.

The Provincial President said that throughout his charismatic political career, Sher-e-Kashmir symbolized the aspirations of Jammu and Kashmir people as no single individual could have even dreamed of doing. “The best tribute to Sher-e-Kashmir will be to strengthen amity among Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs. He urged party workers to take pledge to uphold and preserve the legacy of amity, brotherhood and communal harmony bequeathed by him.

Ajay Sadhotra, senior NC leader and former minister, in his address, praised Sheikh Abdullah’s slogan of ‘Hindu, Muslim, Sikh Itihaad’ and its resonance throughout Jammu and Kashmir. The former minister highlighted Sheikh Abdullah’s dedication to fighting for the rights of oppressed sections of society, regardless of caste, creed, or religion. He emphasized Sheikh Abdullah’s role in nurturing and strengthening bonds of love between different sections of society and regions of J&K and Ladakh.

Sheikh Bashir Ahmed, Pardeep Bali, Jugal Mahajan, Abdul Gani Teli, Vijay Lochan, Satwant Dogra, Bimla Luthra, Harshvardhan Singh, Nar Singh, Dr. Shamshad Shan, Shamim Begum, District Presidents Chander Mohan Sharma, Raghbir Singh Manhas, Saudagar Gupta, Laxmi Gupta, BDC Chairperson Ch Rehmat Ali, and Rajni Devi acknowledged Sheikh Abdullah’s tireless efforts and sacrifices to uplift the impoverished people of Jammu and Kashmir. They credited Sheikh Abdullah with bringing new hope to the fear-stricken people of all regions of J&K. They called for unity, integrity, brotherhood, peace, progress, and prosperity in J&K, along with the preservation of secularism, socialism, and democratic rights.

Early in the morning Quran Khawani was performed at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhavan, Jammu and organized by G,H Malik Senior leader in which special prayer offer for the peace to the departed soul.

All the districts of Jammu Province observed 41^st death anniversary of  Sher-e- Kashmir Sheikh Mohd Abdullah and paid rich tributes to the great leader at their respective headquarters.

Later, Mehmood Rizvi, Advocate J&K High Court, Puran Chand, Ex Chairman MC Bari Brahmana, and Avineesh Mangotra from Ramgarh, along with hundreds of supporters, joined the National Conference due to the party’s pro-people policies. 

Rattan Lal Gupta welcomed them into the party fold and expressed hope that their joining will strengthen the base of the Party. He said the party is committed to work for the unity, integrity, and prosperity of the people of J&K and preserving the bonds of love and harmony among different sections of society. 

Among those who were present include Deepender Kour, Master Noor Hussain, Bushan Lal Bhat,Ayub Malik, Zeeshan Rana, Ashok Kumar Attri, Dilshad Malik, Rakesh Singh Raka, Ch. Aslam, Farooq Mughal, Waris Gill, Sardar Gurman Singh, Pinky Khalsa, Sardar Balvinder Singh, Madan Lal, Thoru Ram, Siraj Din, Joginder, Prem Singh,Satpal, Prem Lal, Pinky Devi,Kamlesh, Rahul Attri,  Devi Dayal Jogi,Sardar Aya Singh, Devi Ditta, Som Raj Taroch, Sandeep Singh Wazir, S. Tejinder Singh, Yaseem Malik, Reyaz Ahmed Hakala, DD Mehra, Krishan Datt, JoginderKumar,  Dr Amina, M.K  Rana, Manohar Singh, Devinder Singh, S. Nirmal Singh,  Sewak Singh and others.

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