 Early Times Report
Srinagar, June 25: The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee’s (JKPCC) Executive Committee meeting, convened by President Tariq Karra in the presence of AICC In-charge Dr. Nassir Hussain, has sparked significant criticism both within party circles and among the public, particularly regarding the selection of attendees. Sources within the party have raised concerns that the majority of the invitees to the meeting were recent entrants to the Congress Party, rather than long-standing, dedicated Congress members who have historically played a vital role in building the party’s foundation in the region.
“The meeting was intended to focus on organizational matters and strengthen internal structures, but serious questions have emerged about representation,” said a senior party insider, speaking on condition of anonymity. “Several senior Congress leaders, long-serving grassroots workers, and AICC-approved PCC members and executive members were reportedly excluded from the meeting. “Several senior Congress leaders, long-serving grassroots workers, and AICC-approved PCC members and executive members were reportedly excluded from the meeting.”
This development has triggered both internal and external discussions about the direction the party is taking in Jammu and Kashmir. Many within the party believe there is a need to safeguard the core principles, ideology, and historical leadership structures that have shaped the Congress legacy in the region.
Party veterans have openly called for greater transparency in the selection process for executive committee meetings. They emphasize that it is essential to include those who have a proven track record of organizational work, loyalty, and commitment to Congress values. Excluding such members, they argue, risks alienating the party’s traditional base and undermines the internal democratic processes that are vital for the party’s credibility and future growth.
The issue has now become a point of wider debate, with observers watching closely to see how the JKPCC leadership addresses these concerns and whether corrective measures will be taken to uphold internal party democracy and inclusivity. | 