Jammu : It is regrettable that promises made to Kashmiri Pandits, in particular displaced Kashmiri Pandits have often been unfulfilled, leaving them disillusioned and marginalized. It is not NC,PD P, Congress only , but BJP also which remained in powers for ten years.
The BJP’s failure to contest in the valley after urging KP voters to transfer their votes to vally reflects a lack of genuine commitment to their cause and does not hesitate to play with the sentiments of victim KP,s and have taken them forgranted.
BJP should have at least expressed a bit of concern and sought clarification whether rejection of all three form of KP candidates, from Srinagar parliamentary constituency particular form of Sh.Rakesh Handoo was done on genuine grounds.
The community deserves clarity and sincerity from all political parties in particular from BJP not manipulate for electoral gains.
While condemning NC and PDP’s Congress and others it is imperative for BJP to acknowledge that it has also similar approaches towards KP,s which so for failed o address the concerns of the KP community adequately. BJP must recognize its shortcomings and make earnest efforts to rectify them towards Kashmiri Pandits.
Respecting the aspirations and rights of the Kashmiri Pandits should not be a matter of political convenience but a moral imperative. Any policy or strategy or agreement is made regarding KP ,s rehabilitation and other issues should be done in consultation and coordination of KP community and not at their own.
Political parties inparticular BJP should prioritize KP,s safety, dignity, and right to choose their ons place of settlement without coercion or fear. It’s time for BJP, and all political entities, to prioritize the genuine welfare of the Kashmiri Pandits over short-term gains. Only then can justice truly be served, and the wounds of the past begin to heal.CNI
[ Kundan Kashmiri]
Community Sevak & President KPC
kundankashmiri@gmail.com
Mobile No 880 2167955