Early Times Report
Jammu, Jan 17: Tensions within the Jammu and Kashmir unit of the Congress party have been escalating, with several senior party leaders expressing their growing discontent over the alliance with the National Conference (NC).
The concerns have been raised as many Congress members are calling for the party to officially distance itself from the NC-led alliance, citing ideological differences and dissatisfaction with the political dynamics.
Tariq Hameed Karra, the president of the Jammu and Kashmir Congress, has reportedly sounded a note of caution to the party’s high command, warning them about the brewing discontent within the state unit.
During his recent visit in Delhi regarding inauguration of new office of the party, Karra discussed J&K's situation with central leaders
Sources close to Karra have revealed that he has conveyed to the leadership in New Delhi that the current political alliance with NC may jeopardize the party's prospects in the upcoming elections.
In recent weeks, many Congress leaders have expressed frustration over the alliance, particularly accusing the NC of overshadowing their party’s voice in the region.
These leaders are seeking a clear and decisive move from Tariq Hameed Karra, JKPCC president has reportedly sounded a note of caution to the party’s high command.
During his recent visit to Delhi Karra discussed J&K's situation with central leaders.
He has conveyed to the leadership that the current political alliance with NC may jeopardize the party's prospects in the upcoming elections.
The alliance between the Congress and NC has been uneasy since its formation.
"The party's ideological stance and future electoral strategy in J&K are at risk," said a senior Congress leader requesting anonymity.
The alliance between the Congress and NC has been a point of contention since its formation, with Congress workers and leaders occasionally criticizing the NC for its dominant role in shaping political discourse and sidelining the party during formation of the government.
Political analysts believe that the Congress leadership in Jammu and Kashmir is at a crossroads, with the party's future in the region hinging on the resolution of these internal conflicts. The situation is expected to be a key point of discussion at the party’s upcoming meetings, where the leadership is likely to be under pressure to address the concerns raised by its state unit.
As of now, no formal statement has been issued by the Congress high command regarding the situation in Jammu and Kashmir. However, sources suggest that the party leadership is closely monitoring developments in the region and may soon take a more definitive stance on the alliance with NC. | 