The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, Jammu, convened an important meeting to fine-tune preparations for the grand observance of the 120th birth anniversary of Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah, scheduled to be held at the historic Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu on 5th of December, 2025. Presided over by Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, the meeting drew enthusiastic participation from party functionaries. Senior leaders including Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary Jammu and Babu Rampaul former minister and Central Zone President delivered key addresses, setting the tone for a commemorative event that aims to honour the legacy of a statesman who shaped the political and social landscape of Jammu and Kashmir.
Members of the district committees, Blocks and Heads of Wings of Jammu and Samba were also present, reflecting the wide organisational involvement in the preparations.
The party resolved to hold the anniversary programme at 11:30 AM on 5th December, where leaders and workers will gather to offer floral tributes to Sheikh Abdullah, remembering him as a towering personality whose contributions continue to inspire generations. Special cultural and tribute segments are also expected to be part of the function, lending a solemn and reflective atmosphere to the occasion.
In his remarks, Gupta extended warm congratulations to the newly elected Rajya Sabha MPs on their impressive maiden speeches. He expressed optimism that the Government of India would honour its commitments and move earnestly towards the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir during the ongoing parliamentary session. He reiterated that the party remains steadfast in its struggle for the democratic and constitutional rights of the people.
Addressing the gathering, Gupta called upon workers to remain vigilant and united against what he described as the divisive and misleading propaganda of the BJP and its affiliates.
He said the inclusive and people-centric agenda championed by the Omar Abdullah–led leadership has clearly unsettled political adversaries, who fear the party’s growing grassroots connect.
Other speakers Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary Jammu, Vijay Lochan Chairman SC Cell, Chander Mohan Sharma District President Jammu Urban, Raghvir Singh Manhas District President Jammu Rural A, Sudagar Gupta District President Samba and Rajni Devi Working President Women Wing Jammu on the occasion fondly recalled Sher-e-Kashmir’s unparalleled role in empowering the common people, strengthening democratic institutions, and fostering communal harmony.
The meeting concluded with renewed resolve among the cadre to uphold his ideals and work tirelessly for the welfare of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Among those who were present in the meeting included: Deepinder Kour former MLC, Pardeep Bali Provincial Secretary Jammu, Satwant Kour Dogra Provincial President Women Wing Jammu, Shamim Begum DDC Dansal, Rakesh Singh Raka Vice President Central Zone, Zaffarullah Rather District President Doda Urban, Laxami Datta Senior leader, G.H Malik, Rajesh Pargotra, Aruna Thakur District President Ramban Women Wing, D.D Mehra District President Jammu Urban OBC Cell, Ramesh Kumar District President Jammu Urban SC Cell, S. Gurnam Singh Block President Jammu West, Davinder Sharma Block President Jammu North, S. Balwinder Singh Block President Miran Sahib, Ch. Showket, Waris Gill, Jatin Bhat,Ch. Razak, Ch. Rafiq, Sunil Gupta, Man Mohan, Karan Attri, Raman Sharma and others.