National Conference Youth Leader Criticizes CM Over Unfulfilled Election Promises

He made this announcement while addressing a large public meeting held on his father's death anniversary at Zahra Park in Budgam. Lok Sabha MP Ruhullah Mehdi, a 3-time MLA from Budgam and a youth leader of the National Conference, accused the National Conference and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of failing to fulfill the 2024 election manifesto. He specifically mentioned the issue of Articles 370 and 35A, saying Omar has "knelt down before the BJP." Ruhullah said, "It is a difficult task, but I want to do it. I want to take this responsibility because in my eyes, this is the only solution." Two large banners put up from the house of Agha Syed Ruhullah Mehdi to the rally venue reflect the message they want to convey to the people. These read: "Promises are bigger than chairs." Targeting Omar Abdullah, Agha Syed Ruhullah Mehdi said, "Voters should see the meaning of the chair" and the "true meaning of the chair" by putting their hats down here. "