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PDP Vice President Mohd Sartaj Madni Condemns Alleged Police Action in Devsar, Says Rights Cannot Be Silenced by Force

Devsar, Kulgam 5 August: Today they beat us; tomorrow, their own children may stand where we stand.
August 5 is not the struggle of one party or one group. It is a struggle for our rights, our dignity, our political voice, and the future of generations to come.
Today, PDP supporters are allegedly being beaten for raising their voices. But those holding the batons should remember that tomorrow, it may be their own children standing on the streets, demanding the very same rights and asking why their parents chose force over justice.
What happened in Devsar, Kulgam, deserves the strongest condemnation. The police are not above the law, and a uniform is not a licence to silence citizens through violence. This alleged police high-handedness cannot be normalised, justified, or brushed aside.
The present dispensation in Jammu & Kashmir cannot escape responsibility by remaining silent. Its failure to ensure accountability has created an environment where alleged police excesses appear to go unchecked. When those entrusted with protecting citizens are allowed to use force with impunity, the responsibility does not end with the officer holding the baton; it extends to the administration that fails to act, investigate, and hold those responsible accountable.
Perhaps the expectation is that fear will erase questions and force will end resistance. How convenient. But rights do not disappear because people are beaten, and history does not forget who stood with the people and who raised a baton against them.
This is not only about PDP supporters. It concerns every person in Jammu & Kashmir, whether they are being beaten today or holding the baton today.
Remember, the future belongs to our children. The rights denied today may be the very rights they are forced to fight for tomorrow.

*Kulgam Police Detain Several PDP Leaders and Workers During Protest Over Articles 370 and 35A*

Kulgam, August 5:

Several political leaders and senior workers were detained by Kulgam Police during a protest against the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A on Wednesday.

Those reportedly detained include PDP District President Kulgam, Mr. Zafrullah Wani; District President Youth Kulgam, Mr. Mohd Iqbal Ganie; Zonal President Kulgam, Mr. Mohd Maqbool Shah; Zonal President Youth, Mr. Shakeel Ahmad, Block president youth D H pora showkat ahmad and Idress Ahmad Malikpora, along with other party workers.

According to party representatives, the leaders and workers were taken into preventive custody while participating in the protest. Further details regarding the detentions were not immediately available.

The protest was organized to express opposition to the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A.

*Mohd Sartaj Madni Condemns Alleged Police Action Against PDP Workers During Peaceful Protest in Devsar Former Mc President Mushtaq Ah bhat*
Devsar, Aug 5 People's Democratic Party (PDP) Vice President Mohd Sartaj Madni strongly condemned the alleged police action against PDP workers Aqib Ah mir, Mohd Amin Ganie & other's and Former Mc President Mushtaq Ah bhat arrested during the party's peaceful protest in Devsar, terming the incident a "serious assault on democratic rights and civil liberties."
In a strongly worded statement, Madni alleged that police personnel used force against peaceful protesters, assaulted several PDP workers, and snatched their mobile phones and protest banners in an attempt to disrupt the demonstration. He described the alleged actions as "high-handed, unjustified and unacceptable" in a democratic society.
Madni said the PDP has always upheld the principles of peaceful and democratic protest and has consistently raised public issues through constitutional means. He maintained that the August 5 protest was organized peacefully to reiterate the party's long-standing demand for the restoration of Articles 370 and 35A, besides seeking the release of prisoners.
"The right to peaceful protest is a fundamental democratic right. Suppressing peaceful political activity through force and intimidation is deeply unfortunate and raises serious concerns about the shrinking democratic space in Jammu and Kashmir," he said.
He alleged that instead of allowing a peaceful demonstration, the authorities resorted to intimidation and unnecessary use of force against unarmed political workers. Such actions, he said, undermine public confidence in democratic institutions and are inconsistent with the values guaranteed under the Constitution.
Madni urged the administration to conduct a fair and impartial inquiry into the alleged incident, hold those responsible accountable if wrongdoing is established, and ensure that the democratic rights of political workers and ordinary citizens are fully protected. He asserted that the PDP would continue to raise the people's issues through peaceful and democratic means despite such alleged attempts to silence dissent.

Youth Block President Qaimoh, Dar Mukhtar , has been assigned the additional charge of incharge Block President Qaimoh until further orders.

*PDP Kulgam Reviews Preparations for August 5 Programme, Calls for Peaceful Democratic Participation*

Kulgam, August 3: The Jammu & Kashmir People's Democratic Party (PDP), District Kulgam, on Monday held a high-level organizational meeting to review preparations for the party's upcoming August 5 programme, urging party leaders and workers to ensure its successful, peaceful, and democratic conduct across the district.
The meeting, held at the residence of Zonal President (Youth), Kulgam, Mr. Shakeel Ahmad Tantry, was presided over by *District President, Kulgam, Mr. Zafrullah Wani.* It was attended by Vice President, Kulgam, Mr. Khursheed Ahmad; District Secretary, Mr. Azmat Ali Khan; District President (Youth), Kulgam, Mr. Mohd Iqbal Ganie; Zonal President, Kulgam, Mr. Mohd Maqbool shah, Zonal President, DH Pora, Mr. Shakeel Ahmad Malik, block president Kund Gull Mohd tantray ,Zonal President (Youth), Devsar, Mr. Bashir Ahmad; Zonal President (Youth), DH Pora, Mr. Isaq Ahmaddar, Zonal President (Youth), Kulgam, Mr. Shakeel Ahmad Tantry, Block Presidents; and senior party workers.

A threadbare discussion was held on the party's programme scheduled for August 5. The organizational directions and strategy conveyed during the recent meeting of District Presidents with the Party President were shared with all participants to ensure coordinated implementation at the grassroots level.
Addressing the gathering, District President Mr. Zafrullah Wani stressed that the August 5 programme should reflect the party's commitment to democracy and constitutional values. He urged all party workers to mobilize peacefully, maintain discipline, and raise the voice of the people through democratic and constitutional means.

In his concluding remarks, Mr. Zafrullah Wani appealed to the people of Kulgam to participate in large numbers in the peaceful protest programme scheduled for August 5, 2026, against the abrogation of Article 370 and Article 35A, and to extend their full support in making the programme peaceful, disciplined, and successful.

*PDP Block Frisal Holds Organizational Meeting, Reviews Panchayat Poll Preparations*

Frisal, July 31: The People's Democratic Party (PDP) Block Frisal on Friday held an important organizational meeting at Gandbal, hosted at the residence of senior party worker Mr. Yasir Bashir Bhat. The meeting was presided over by Block President Frisal, Mr. Tariq Ahmad, and witnessed the participation of senior party leaders, workers, and youth representatives from different areas of the block.

During the meeting, extensive discussions were held on strengthening the party's organizational structure at the grassroots level, enhancing public outreach, and expanding the party's presence across Block Frisal. The participants stressed the importance of maintaining close contact with the people and addressing their concerns through sustained political engagement.

A major focus of the meeting was the party's strategy for the forthcoming Panchayat elections. The speakers emphasized the need to further strengthen the organizational framework, mobilize workers at every level, and ensure the party's effective and meaningful participation in the electoral process. They urged party cadres to remain united, disciplined, and dedicated to the party's vision and principles.

The participants unanimously reaffirmed their commitment to working collectively for the growth and strengthening of the People's Democratic Party while striving to fulfill the aspirations and expectations of the people. They also resolved to intensify organizational activities across the block and strengthen the party at every level in the days ahead.

The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks and a renewed pledge by all participants to work tirelessly for the party's organizational expansion and public welfare initiatives.

*PDP Vice President Mohd Sartaj Madni Visits Cloudburst-Hit Dardigund devsar, Urges Immediate Relief for Affected Families*

Devsar 29 July:- PDP Vice President Mohd Sartaj Madni visited the cloudburst-affected village of Dardigund to assess the damage and express solidarity with the families affected by the natural calamity. During his visit, he met the victims, listened to their grievances, and reviewed the extent of the losses caused by the cloudburst.
Expressing deep concern over the hardships faced by the affected families, Madni urged the district administration to provide immediate relief and adequate compensation to the victims. He appealed to the authorities to ensure that all necessary assistance, including financial aid, shelter, food, and other essential supplies, reaches the affected families without delay.
He also emphasized the need for a comprehensive assessment of the damage so that the victims receive timely support to rebuild their lives and recover from the devastating impact of the cloudburst.

Cloudburst in Dardigund Causes Huge Loss; PDP Vice President Mohammad Sartaj Madni Urges District Administration to Provide Immediate Relief

Devsar, July 28: A devastating cloudburst struck the Dardigund area, causing extensive damage to property, agriculture land, and local infrastructure. The incident has left residents in distress, with many families suffering significant losses.

Expressing deep concern over the tragedy, PDP Vice President Mohammad Sartaj Madni urged the District Administration Kulgam to immediately assess the damage and ensure prompt relief and rehabilitation for the affected families. He called upon the authorities to provide adequate compensation, restore damaged infrastructure, and extend all possible assistance to those impacted by the natural calamity.

Madni also appealed to the administration to remain on high alert and take all necessary measures to safeguard the lives and property of residents in vulnerable areas. He expressed solidarity with the affected families and hoped for their speedy recovery from the disaster.