05/05/2026
Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari calls for unlocking J&K’s potential, empowering local talent, boosting businesses, and creating job opportunities
Apni Party president speaks at Cold Chain Asia & Kashmir Food Expo, inaugurated today in Srinagar; graces the occasion as chief guest and inaugurates the event
Srinagar, May 5: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Tuesday said that Jammu and Kashmir should strengthen its business environment by using local talent and promoting local products. He said, “There is a pressing need to harness the growth potential of businesses and industries in Jammu and Kashmir. This is the most effective way to ensure sustained prosperity, drive economic development, and address the rising unemployment here.”
He made these remarks at Cold Chain Asia and Kashmir food Expo which was organised today at Fun Fair Mela Goround Parimpora Srinagar. Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari graced the occasion as chief guest and inaugurates this event.
He said, that “tapping into the potential of business, industry, and allied sectors—beyond horticulture and agriculture—will accelerate economic growth, support long-term development, and generate greater employment opportunities.”
He further said, “I see great potential in Jammu and Kashmir and its people. The region has the ability and resources to expand its businesses, industries, and related sectors. If used properly, this potential can help Kashmir become strong and self-reliant in economic growth.” “The best way to address rising unemployment in Kashmir is by focusing on business opportunities,” he added.
He urged established businesses to create more jobs and support young and new entrepreneurs by guiding and assisting them.
The senior party leaders who were accompanying Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, included Senior Vice President Ghulam Hassan Mir, Additional General Secretary Hilal Shah, Provincial President Kashmir Mohammad Ashraf Mir, Chief Spokesperson & State Secretary Muntazir Mohiudin, Media Advisor Farooq Andrabi, State Youth President & Spokesperson Yawar Dilawar Mir, Provincial Coordinator Kashmir & Constituency In-charge Hazratbal Shabir Ahmad Reshi,Publicity Secretary Muzafar Reshi, Vice President Srinagar & Constituency In-charge Central Shalteng Zaffar Habib, Senior Leaders Imaad Mir, and others.
