Srinagar, Oct 27 (JKNS): Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday appointed senior party leader and Eidgah MLA Haji Mubarak Gul as the party’s General Secretary, succeeding Advocate Ali Mohammad Sagar following his induction into the Omar Abdullah-led Council of Ministers.
In a special gesture as per news agency JKNS, Dr Farooq Abdullah formally seated Mubarak Gul in the General Secretary’s chair. Party leaders and workers welcomed him and felicitated him with garlands.
Later, Dr Farooq Abdullah chaired a meeting of party leaders and functionaries, where the newly appointed General Secretary was formally felicitated.
The meeting discussed organisational matters, the prevailing political situation in Jammu and Kashmir and the party’s future course of action.
Addressing the gathering, Dr Farooq Abdullah said the strength of the National Conference was linked to the strength of Jammu and Kashmir and its people. He reiterated the party’s commitment to democracy, people’s rights, restoration of Articles 370 and 35A, full statehood and protection of Jammu and Kashmir’s distinct cultural identity.
He also expressed confidence that the newly inducted Cabinet ministers would work for public welfare and development across all sectors. He stressed the need to highlight the development initiatives and achievements of the Omar Abdullah-led government over the past two years.
Speaking on the occasion, Mubarak Gul thanked the party leadership for entrusting him with the responsibility and said he would strive to meet its expectations and work towards strengthening the organisation.
Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani and NC Kashmir Provincial President Advocate Showkat Ahmad Mir also addressed the gathering.
The meeting was attended by Cabinet ministers, Additional General Secretary Ajay Sadhotra, party Treasurer and MP Shammi Oberoi, Jammu Provincial President Rattan Lal Gupta, Women’s Wing Provincial President Er. Sabiya Qadri, MLAs and other party functionaries. (JKNS)
