Former MLA Kafil-ur-Rehman Joins PDP; Welcomed by Party President Mehbooba Mufti

 

Sachnews Jammu Kashmir

Srinagar, August 3: Kafil-ur-Rehman, a prominent political figure and former Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Karnah constituency in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district, has formally joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The announcement was made by the party on Sunday.

PDP President and former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti extended a warm welcome to Rehman, calling his induction a boost to the party’s grassroots strength in the region.

“A committed leader from Karnah, he carries the aspirations of his people. His joining further strengthens our resolve for a united, dignified, and prosperous Jammu & Kashmir,” the PDP said in an official statement.

 Kafil-ur-Rehman was previously associated with the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (NC). 

His political journey began in 2002, when he contested and won the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly elections from Karnah, securing a seat as an MLA.

He was re-elected in 2008, earning a second consecutive term as the representative of the constituency.