National Conference president and former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday pitched for restoration of Darbar Move saying restoration of Darbar Move is needed to foster unity between Jammu and Kashmir regions.
He lamented the halting of the Darbar Move-a bi-annual administrative practice started by the Maharaja where the Government would shift between Srinagar and Jammu every six months.
According to Abdullah, the Darbar Move was a significant tradition, fostering unity between the two regions, and its revival could restore the former glory of Raghunath Bazaar.
Reflecting on his past, Abdullah recalled accompanying his father, Sheikh Abdullah, to the market when he was the Prime Minister of J&K.
He praised the Maharaja for initiating the Darbar Move, a practice he believes should be reinstated to strengthen regional brotherhood.
Pointing out infrastructure issues, he noted that the Smart City project has left many areas with poorly maintained roads and inadequate lighting, highlighting the need for urgent improvements.
Abdullah hoped for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s Statehood, with local officers appointed to high-level postings.