<p>Jammu: After all three of its candidates forfeited their deposits in the recently held Lok Sabha elections in Jammu and Kashmir, Ghulam Nabi Azad-led Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) held extensive consultations with focus on the upcoming Assembly elections in the Union Territory.</p><p>Azad consulted the party leaders and workers in both the twin capitals of Srinagar and Jammu, and highlighted the significance of involving party members at all levels in the decision-making process, a party release said here on Saturday.</p><p>“Our focus should be on development, peace and the return of our rights -- Job and land, including statehood," Azad said at the meetings, which were convened to gather suggestions and insights from the party leaders and workers in preparation for the assembly elections.</p>.Ghulam Nabi Azad calls for strong measures to curb terrorism in Jammu region.<p>Azad underscored the need for a unified and collaborative approach to ensure the DPAP’s electoral strategy effectively addresses the needs and aspirations of people.</p><p>Referring to the Lok Sabha elections, the DPAP chairman said these have been largely focused on national issues, but the assembly elections will present a different scenario.</p><p>"Lok Sabha elections were based on a national narrative, where people fell victim to false propaganda and exploitation...in the assembly elections, local issues must be the focus,” he said.</p>.<p>Azad said people are innocent and the parties only engage in politics based on religion and caste, which ultimately harms the public.</p><p>Azad reaffirmed his commitment to honesty and transparency, declaring that he will never mislead or lie to people.</p><p>“My mission is centered on promoting development and peace for the people of J&K,” he said.</p>.<p>Azad expressed his deep appreciation for the leaders and workers, who put in tremendous effort during the Lok Sabha elections despite the challenges posed by a new party and symbol.</p><p>He acknowledged their hard work and dedication and learning from past mistakes to ensure a stronger performance in the assembly elections.</p><p>Azad urged everyone to continue their efforts with renewed vigor, aiming for victory in the next electoral battle.</p><p>The statement said the leaders and workers expressed their readiness to prepare for the assembly elections with the aim of forming the next government. </p>
<p>Jammu: After all three of its candidates forfeited their deposits in the recently held Lok Sabha elections in Jammu and Kashmir, Ghulam Nabi Azad-led Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) held extensive consultations with focus on the upcoming Assembly elections in the Union Territory.</p><p>Azad consulted the party leaders and workers in both the twin capitals of Srinagar and Jammu, and highlighted the significance of involving party members at all levels in the decision-making process, a party release said here on Saturday.</p><p>“Our focus should be on development, peace and the return of our rights -- Job and land, including statehood," Azad said at the meetings, which were convened to gather suggestions and insights from the party leaders and workers in preparation for the assembly elections.</p>.Ghulam Nabi Azad calls for strong measures to curb terrorism in Jammu region.<p>Azad underscored the need for a unified and collaborative approach to ensure the DPAP’s electoral strategy effectively addresses the needs and aspirations of people.</p><p>Referring to the Lok Sabha elections, the DPAP chairman said these have been largely focused on national issues, but the assembly elections will present a different scenario.</p><p>"Lok Sabha elections were based on a national narrative, where people fell victim to false propaganda and exploitation...in the assembly elections, local issues must be the focus,” he said.</p>.<p>Azad said people are innocent and the parties only engage in politics based on religion and caste, which ultimately harms the public.</p><p>Azad reaffirmed his commitment to honesty and transparency, declaring that he will never mislead or lie to people.</p><p>“My mission is centered on promoting development and peace for the people of J&K,” he said.</p>.<p>Azad expressed his deep appreciation for the leaders and workers, who put in tremendous effort during the Lok Sabha elections despite the challenges posed by a new party and symbol.</p><p>He acknowledged their hard work and dedication and learning from past mistakes to ensure a stronger performance in the assembly elections.</p><p>Azad urged everyone to continue their efforts with renewed vigor, aiming for victory in the next electoral battle.</p><p>The statement said the leaders and workers expressed their readiness to prepare for the assembly elections with the aim of forming the next government. </p>