SRINAGAR: Former Kashmir Chamber of Commerce & Industries (KCCI) president Sheikh Ashiq joined Er Rashid’s Awami Itihad Party (AIP) on Saturday in Srinagar, marking his entry into the political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir.
During the joining ceremony, which saw the presence of several political leaders and businessmen including Advocate G N Shaheen, General Secretary of the High Court Bar Association, Sheikh Ashiq vowed to champion the rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
“I have joined politics and firmly believe that AIP is the best platform to serve the people during these challenging times,” Ashiq stated. He expressed his belief that AIP is uniquely positioned to restore the dignity and respect of Jammu and Kashmir’s residents.
Ashiq highlighted the party’s manifesto, which aims to restore honor, respect, dignity, and trust to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He emphasized that AIP would work vigorously towards these goals. Additionally, he voiced support for AIP chief Er Rashid, who is currently incarcerated, and pledged the party’s efforts to create a “jail-free” environment in Kashmir.
“This is not only about Er Rashid. There are numerous cases that need to be addressed. We will do our utmost to ensure a jail-free atmosphere in Kashmir,” Ashiq affirmed.
AIP leaders welcomed Ashiq into the party, asserting that his addition would provide new energy and strengthen the party’s presence in Kashmir.
