National Conference MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi's decision not to campaign for the party’s candidate Aga Syed Mahmood in the Budgam by-election has caused an alarm in the National Conference.

Mehdi's decision reflects a deeper rift within the party over the NC leadership, especially Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s approach on the issue of the restoration of Article 370 and statehood for Jammu and Kashmir.

My loyalty is to my conscience and principles.

While I hold respect for my elders in my family, I request them not to belittle my fight (our fight). If they can’t comprehend it and be part of it, at least don’t drag me and my struggle to this level. https://t.co/CotDvNlpfc — Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi (@RuhullahMehdi) October 20, 2025

“My loyalty is to my conscience and principles,” Meh

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