Srinagar: National Conference member Salman Sagar recently criticized his party colleague, Ruhullah Mehdi, for protesting outside the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister’s home. Sagar, who is a new MLA from the Hazratbal area, accused Mehdi of helping the party’s enemies and falling for their tricks. During the protest on December 23, Mehdi asked for changes to the reservation policy and was joined by some leaders from the opposition parties, including Waheed Para from the People’s Democratic Party and Khursheed Ahmad Sheikh from the Awami Ittehad Party.
Sagar stated that while Mehdi is an important leader, the party as a whole should come first. He mentioned, “People vote for the party, not just one person.” He believed Mehdi’s protest was poorly planned and did not consult the other 42 MLAs from the National Conference. Sagar also questioned the timing of the protest, suggesting it could create conflict within society and between different groups. He accused Mehdi of being used by the party’s critics to hurt the National Conference and called for unity among party members.
In response, Mehdi shared a quote on social media referring to “house Negroes and field Negroes,” indicating he believes he stands with the common people.
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