J&K Democratic Youth Federation demands jobs, social security

Srinagar, Aug 2: Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Youth Federation held its 5th one day District Conference at Kulgam. The Presidium included Wahid Sultan Dar, Mohd.Abass Rather,Javed Iqbal Parrey, Sheeraz Ahmad Dar, Irshad Ahmad and Imtiaz Ahmad Dar.

The flag of JKDYF was unfurled by Wahid Sultan Bhat, state president. In his inaugural address, Abdul Rashid Zainpora, the former State Secretary said that the youth of the state are going through the toughest times in absence of job opportunities and dignified life.

There is no alternative but to unitedly fight the exploitative policies of the government including contractualization of jobs on meagre pea nuts without any job security. Aashaq Hussain Dar, the outgoing district secretary elaborated on the Secretary report with the activities carried by the federation for the last three years.

Wahid Sultan Dar, the president, JKDYF laid stress on the strengthening of the organization so that the issues faced by the youth and society are taken up for redressal effectively. He demanded that democratic rights of the people of the state be restored without any further delay so that the legitimate issues of the youth including their dignified life is ensured.

Mohammad Abass Rather, member, Centre Executive Committee, DYFI and Vice-President, JKDYF vehemently rebuffed the claims of BJP government that floods of employment opportunities will be opened after abrogation of Article 370. But the ground realities are contrary to the fact. In fact, the number of educated unemployed youth in JK has swelled manifold after the abrogation.

Javed Iqbal Parrey, Secretary, JKDYF said that youth are the catalyst of change, as such, it is imperative for those in power to recognise this fact and utilize their talent and potential for the well being of society.