Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Mehbooba Mufti has expressed her willingness to support the Congress party, provided they align with her party’s agenda. Speaking in a recent statement, Mufti emphasized that her support hinges on Congress accepting the key issues and policies championed by the PDP.

“If Congress is ready to accept our agenda, we will support them,” Mufti stated, highlighting the conditions under which her party would consider an alliance or cooperative relationship with the Congress. This development comes at a time when opposition parties across India are exploring potential collaborations ahead of upcoming elections, aiming to challenge the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Mufti’s agenda primarily focuses on issues related to Jammu and Kashmir, including the restoration of Article 370, which granted special autonomy to the region before its abrogation in 2019, and the protection of the rights and identity of the people of Kashmir. She has been a vocal critic of the BJP’s policies in the region and has consistently called for dialogue and reconciliation as a path to peace.

Her statement indicates a strategic move, signaling openness to alliances that could bolster the opposition’s strength. However, it also underscores her firm stance on the specific demands that any potential ally must meet to gain her support.

As political dynamics in India continue to evolve, Mehbooba Mufti’s conditional offer to support Congress adds another layer to the ongoing discussions and negotiations among opposition parties. The response from Congress and other political players will be crucial in shaping the future alliances and electoral strategies in the lead-up to the next national elections.