Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, May 12: National Conference (NC) additional general secretary and former minister Ajay Kumar Sadhotra today accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of promoting divisive politics and hate-driven narratives, warning that such tendencies could damage the social harmony and secular fabric of sensitive region like Jammu and Kashmir.
Addressing a public meeting at Bhagwati Nagar, organized by Sat Pal Karloopia and Farman Ali, Sadhotra expressed concern over what he termed provocative and inflammatory speeches by BJP legislators and leaders. He said public representatives must exercise restraint and uphold the values of harmony, coexistence and mutual respect.
Sadhotra said J&K has a long tradition of communal amity and brotherhood, which should not be undermined by polarising politics. He maintained that hatred and division only deepen mistrust among communities and weaken longstanding social bonds that have survived difficult times.
The NC leader said political discourse should focus on inclusivity, development and welfare of the people rather than creating fear and suspicion on religious lines. He added that leaders are expected to unite society and inspire confidence instead of widening communal divides.
Sadhotra also voiced concern over what he described as selective action against a particular community under the cover of anti-drug campaigns. While reiterating that the NC has zero tolerance towards the drug menace and supports strict action against peddlers and trafficking networks, he said any anti-narcotics drive must be impartial and transparent.
Calling drug abuse a grave threat to the future of youth, he said the issue must be tackled firmly but without discrimination. Communalising the fight against drugs, he added, would defeat the larger objective of building a safer and healthier society.
Prominent among others who addressed and participated in the meeting include Mohd Ayoub Malik (provincial secretary), Sat Pal Karloopia, Ghar Singh (both ex-corporators), Veer Ji Bhat, Ashwani Charak, Anil Kumar, Shabir Samyal, Inderpal Singh, Tilak Raj Bhagat, Mohinder Kumar Bhagat, Inderpal (ex-sarpanch).
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