Srinagar, Sep 26 (Reporter) Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) Chairman Ghulam Nabi Azad on Thursday challenged political parties who ruled during the past 70 years to present their developmental achievements in comparison to his tenure in Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing gatherings in Gurez in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district on Thursday, Azad expressed his astonishment at the failure of those who have ruled Gurez and surrounding areas for years to provide essential services. Without naming any party, Azad said “I am surprised that despite their long tenure, these parties could not deliver anything of substance. The roads, electricity, hospitals, and colleges that exist today were established under my leadership as Chief Minister and Union Health Minister. They have done nothing for the people,”. Now, they are attempting to fool the people once again for votes. Azad warned the people not to get exploited again by false promises and slogans. He challenged these parties to showcase their developmental work in Gurez and other regions, where people continue to suffer due to a lack of basic facilities. “If they have truly worked for the people, I urge them to come forward and present the progress they claim to have made”, Azad said and added “The reality is that people are still facing hardships, and it is time to hold these parties accountable for their years of neglect.” “Those who live in palaces and have won elections from here should visit Tulail Gurez and see the condition of these people. They don’t have proper drinking water, mobile towers, road connectivity, or electricity. How can they sleep at night?” he questioned. He said for more than 70 years, they have raised slogans and fooled the people with emotional appeals while the poor continue to suffer. We must work for them, as they have been fully ignored by the governments. He lauded the Indian Army for their unwavering support of the people of Gurez. “At least the Indian Army, which is here to protect the people, must be appreciated for safeguarding our borders and assisting locals by providing them with essential facilities, especially during the harsh winter months,” Azad remarked...////...