Srinagar, 11 Aug: A delegation from the International Sikh Federation (Punjab), led by Major Singh Khalsa, met National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah today at the party headquarters, Nawa-e-Subha, in Srinagar. The meeting was facilitated by Sardar J.S. Azad, Convenor of the National Conference Minority Wing.
During the interaction, the delegation brought to the fore several pressing issues concerning the Sikh community in Jammu and Kashmir. They emphasized the need for sustained efforts to safeguard the Sikh community’s interests and shared details of the Federation’s ongoing initiatives focused on community empowerment and upliftment.
Dr. Farooq Abdullah gave the delegation a patient hearing, expressing solidarity with the concerns raised. Reaffirming the National Conference’s longstanding and principled commitment to minority rights, Dr. Farooq highlighted the importance of unity in diversity and the foundational values enshrined in the party’s Naya Kashmir Manifesto and constitution.
“J&K National Conference has always upheld an inclusive vision for Jammu and Kashmir, where every community regardless of its size is respected, heard, and protected,” he said.
He assured the delegation that the party, under the leadership of Omar Abdullah, remains fully committed to safeguarding the interests of all communities, with a particular focus on religious minorities such as the Sikh community.
He further assured the delegation of continued engagement and support, and pledged to raise their concerns at all appropriate platforms.
Also present during the meeting were Additional General Secretary Dr. Sheikh Mustafa Kamal and Provincial President Showkat Mir.