Bandipora, June 28 (KNS): Former MLA Bandipora Usman Majid on Sunday alleged that Bollywood has repeatedly portrayed Kashmir in a distorted manner to earn commercial gains while maligning the image of Kashmiris.

 

Speaking on the sidelines of a workers' convention, Majid, while responding to a question regarding the impact of pellet guns in Kashmir, claimed that films such as The Kashmir Files, Dhurandhar, and the upcoming movie Chauhan are far removed from the ground realities of the region.

 

"Bollywood is making such films in the name of Kashmir to earn money and create controversy. These movies are being used to defame the people of Kashmir instead of portraying the truth," he said.

 

Majid alleged that deliberate efforts were underway at multiple levels to project Kashmir and its people in a negative light. He further claimed that regional political parties had also played a role in weakening the interests of the people.

 

Launching a scathing attack on the National Conference (NC) and the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Majid accused both parties of failing to safeguard the dignity, aspirations, and democratic rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelHe alleged that successive governments led by the two parties had weakened democratic institutions and failed to address public concerns effectively.

 

Referring to the proposed delimitation exercise in the coming years, Majid stressed that political representation must remain fair and balanced to ensure justice for all regions and communities of Jammu and Kashmir.

 

On the issue of unemployment, he criticised outsourcing and alleged "backdoor entries" into government departments, claiming that such practices were depriving educated local youth of deserving employment opportunities. He urged the government to ensure transparent recruitment and protect the interests of local talent.

 

Majid also criticised MLA Bandipora, alleging that despite being in office for nearly two years, he had failed to resolve public grievances or fulfil several promises made to the electorate. He questioned the pace of development in the constituency.

 

Calling for greater public engagement, Majid said political parties must remain connected with the people and work consistently at the grassroots level to address their genuine concer