Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 27: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) today reaffirmed its unwavering commitment in empowering women across the region.
In a function held at party office Jammu, social activist Qamar Sharez, daughter of Mohd Akram and a resident of Mendhar, district Poonch, today formally joined the National Conference in presence of Rattan Lal Gupta, provincial president JKNC Jammu; and other senior party leaders.
Welcoming Qamar Sharez into the party fold, the Provincial president emphasized that the present regime of National Conference, under the leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, remains steadfast in its mission to empower women across Jammu and Kashmir. He reiterated that the NC Government has always prioritized policies that uplift women and provide them with equal opportunities in governance, education, and socio-economic development.
Gupta highlighted the historic role of women in strengthening the National Conference since the time of Sheikh Abdullah. He recounted the spirit of Begum Akbar Jehan, who, during Sheikh Abdullah’s detention, assumed leadership and galvanized women to actively participate in the party’s mission for a progressive Jammu and Kashmir. He also reflected on the pivotal role of Madr-e-Meharban in advocating for female literacy and the empowerment of marginalized communities, underscoring the party’s longstanding tradition of supporting women’s rights.
Provincial president further detailed several landmark initiatives pioneered by the National Conference, such as allocating 50 percent of Medical College seats to women, thereby promoting their inclusion in the Medical profession. He also lamented the regression of progressive measures in recent times and criticized actions that have undermined the region’s special status and identity.
Expressing her enthusiasm upon joining the party, Qamar Sharez said that the National Conference has a proven track record of advocating for women’s rights and empowerment. She affirmed her commitment to work under the visionary leadership of Party president Dr Farooq Abdullah and the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in addressing the challenges faced by women in remote areas and ensuring their active participation in the socio-political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir.
Among those who were present included, Sheikh Bashir Ahmad, Abdul Gani Malik, Bimla Luthra, Vijay Lochan SC Cell Chairman, Tejinder Singh Aman-Provincial president Jammu YNC, Rajni Devi- working president Women Wing Jammu province, Rita Gupta, Sunil Sharma, Joginder Kaur and others.
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