Big setback to NC in north Kashmir
Srinagar, : In a significant political development, three-time MLA Karnah, Kafeel-ul-Rehman on Friday threw his weight behind Peoples Conference candidate Dr. Naseer Ahmad Awan.
Addressing a news conference, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Kafeel-ul-Rehman, who has represented Karnah assembly segment thrice in assembly of the erstwhile state of J&K, said that he has decided to support Dr. Naseer Ahmad Wani, a prominent medico of Kashmir Valley.
The former legislator said that he has decided to support Dr. Naseer due to his integrity, honesty and competence.
Kafeel-ul- Rehman’s support to PC candidate is the biggest setback to National Conference in north Kashmir after announcement of schedule for assembly polls.
With this development, PC’s prospects have bolstered in the segment due to its traditional votebank and goodwill for Dr. Naseer.
Meanwhile, PC president Sajad Gani Lone has expressed gratitude to the former MLA Karnah for supporting the party candidate.
“Thanks to Kafeel Ul Rehman Sahib for supporting @JKPCofficial candidate Dr Naseer Awan. I extend my thanks on behalf of my party,” Lone tweeted—