NC MP Ruhullah Mehdi leads protest against reservation policy outside CM Omar Abdullah’s residence in Sgr

KINS DESK
Srinagar, Dec 23(KINS): Scores of youth gathered outside the residence of Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in Srinagar to protest against the reservation policy implemented by the Jammu and Kashmir government.
The protest was headed by National Conference Member Parliament Ruhullah Mehdi.
Addressing the gathering, as per news gathering agency KINS, Ruhullah Mehdi criticized the reservation policy, arguing that it disproportionately affected certain communities.
“The government must ensure fairness and equality in its policies. The current reservation system is divisive and has created a sense of alienation among deserving sections of society,” Mehdi stated.
He said the need for a comprehensive review of the policy to ensure equitable representation for all.
The protest gained momentum as leaders from other political factions extended their support. People’s Democratic Party (PDP) legislator Waheed Para expressed solidarity, highlighting the growing dissatisfaction among the youth. “This is not just about reservation; it is about the government’s failure to address the aspirations of the younger generation,” Para said.
Members of Engineer Rashid’s Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq also backed the protest.
Mirwaiz, called for justice and transparency in governance. “Policies that discriminate against any section of the population are unacceptable. The government must listen to the voice of the youth,” he wrote on X.
Protesters held banners and shouted slogans demanding immediate changes to the reservation policy. Many criticized the Chief Minister for remaining unresponsive to their grievances.
As the protest concluded, Mehdi reiterated his commitment to fighting for the youth and called on the government to engage in constructive dialogue to address the concerns raised.
“The voices of the people cannot be suppressed. The youth are the future, and their demands must be met with respect and seriousness,” he said. Mehdi said a youth delegation from the aspirants will meet CM Omar and until they come out with full satisfaction, he will continue to protest with the aspirants.(KINS)