Jahanzaib Sirwal, a Congress leader from Jammu and Kashmir, resigned from the party on Thursday, citing its inability to fulfill the aspirations and desires of the people in the Union Territory.
In his letter to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Sirwal claimed that the J-K party unit has become directionless and visionless, lacking any significant policies. He further accused the current leadership of systematically marginalizing the voices of grassroots workers and leaders in the region.
“Recent events have led me to re-evaluate my allegiance to the party. Despite my unwavering commitment, I can no longer ignore the glaring failures of the Congress party in addressing the aspirations and will of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The Congress party in Jammu and Kashmir has become directionless, visionless and devoid of any meaningful policies. The voices of the grassroots workers and leaders have been systematically sidelined by the inept leadership that currently governs affairs in the region,” he stated.
Sirwal also stated that entrusting leadership to those who are incompetent has led to the party’s downfall and has alienated the masses who previously saw Congress as their representative voice.
“After much contemplation and soul-searching, I have decided to part ways with the Congress party. My decision stems from a desire to truly represent the people and uphold their interests with honesty and integrity. Rather than perpetuating false hopes and promises,” he elaborated.