Better than yesterday but still suffering from the effects of that lapse yesterday. Today was a public holiday on account of the beloved prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) and thus a form of reprieve has been bestowed on us, in the shape of a free weekend.
We remember through both written and oral history how our co-citizens from other faiths would also participate in such events to commemorate the holy prophet of Islam's birth.
We must make the most of this weekend to prepare for the next stage of attrition.
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It was high time that I brought up the following recurring drama in front of the public and sought their response:
I would like your thoughts on the following note, which was my response to someone who insists that I should form a political party in order to make a government:
Concepts to understand in the framework of both constitutional history of Jammu Kashmir and international law.
Both recognise the people's reference as opposed to the reference of a party, committee, tehreek or any other organisation.
The people as a whole have to design a solution, the world can only give suggestions.
The whole people of any given territory must be represented when addressing the world.
No party in the past or the present can claim to represent all the people.
That procedure can only be developed by independent research, which no political party has ever supported.
Political parties have and do play a part in change throughout the world, yet they play a 'part' not the whole. This misunderstanding is common.
Concepts:
#SelfDetermination
#DirectDemocracy
#PopularSovereignty
#PublicPolicy
JKA PUBLIC AGENCY Note: #ER162106092025
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Responses:
1) Sagir Ahmed - Kakra Town (Mirpur) & Bradford UK:
Yes usually govt are formed by parties rather than technocrat govt, unless it’s one party state as in China or absolute monarchy or dictatorship.
My Response (MR):
True. I am trying to highlight and emphasise the unique features of our political problem, whose solution is rooted in referencing the people as a whole.
This is our method of both defence & attack of what we do. Tackling all the different interests in our territory doesn't appear to be possible in a party structure.
There has to be an activity that engages every 'Riyasati' and documents their response. That has to be the basis of negotiation for operating a government in AJK.
Without a government we cannot meaningfully counter the occupation of our other territories or indeed even this one.
The procedure for a genuinely free government in AJK does involve political parties at every stage of the procedure (especially stage 2 viz. political representatives).
I am also trying to stress that independent research is a more necessary focus for a solution and that everything cannot be routed through a political party, as no political party has given any importance to independent research over 78 years.
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2) Quayyum Raja - Khuiratta (Kotli):
You have been here long enough to understand the mentality of our political activists but still I will give you an example. When you were in jail for taking down Pak flag, some people suggested I must hold a conference. I told them they should join the Free Tanveer campaign and conference is not necessary but may well be held when possible. I knew people would deliver speeches at the conference which would cost us a lot but produce no result.
Yet on their insistence, I held the conference but people like Liaqat Hayat and Sardar Saghir didn't attend. I was told that I had a British style of invitation like sending a letter, while important leaders like the above should have been made phone calls as well by me.
I responded that if they think I should beg them to support a fellow Kashmiri held in prison, they can stay at home. The point is our people give suggestions but no support. It is very dangerous to act on the advice of some people.
Besides, we don't have the necessary manpower and resources for such a big project. Without a proper preparation, it is very dangerous to embark on such a project.
(MR): (almost identical to the response given above)
That is all true.
The following points should also be noted:
True. I am trying to highlight and emphasise the unique features of our political problem, whose solution is rooted in referencing the people as a whole.
This is our method of both defence & attack of what we do. Tackling all the different interests in our territory doesn't appear to be possible in a party structure.
There has to be an activity that engages every 'Riyasati' and documents their response. That has to be the basis of negotiation for operating a government in AJK.
Without a government we cannot meaningfully counter the occupation of our other territories or indeed even this one.
The procedure for a genuinely free government in AJK does involve political parties at every stage of the procedure (especially stage 2 viz. political representatives).
I am also trying to emphasise that independent research is a more necessary focus for a solution and that everything cannot be routed through a political party, as no political party has given any importance to independent research over 78 years.
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His response in turn:
Some times some of our people brag about research by external agencies but don't give any importance to internal research and researchers. This is because they have a low opinion of themselves and therefore undervalue their co citizens. You should, however, carry on your work. Someone will value it some time somewhere.
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(MR): in turn
Is there any way of addressing this dilemma, as it is preventing us from moving forward?
His response in turn:
I will write on your work and government's attitude and response but it needs a permanent campaigning to change the mentality of our people.
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Quayyum Raja duly did write an article the very next day in Urdu (07/09/2025) which he shared on FaceBook. I have also embedded that article here:
A paragraph in English from that Urdu article is pasted below:
People underrate themselves due to negative self-talk, comparison with others and imposter syndrome, often rooted in childhood experiences, societal pressures or past failures that diminish self-worth. A lack of self-confidence or awareness, coupled with an inability to set boundaries or the tendency to prioritize others' needs, can also contribute to a diminished sense of personal value.
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