National Conference MP Aga Ruhullah resigns from Srinagar Lok Sabha seat at massive rally
His resignation announcement came on the 26th anniversary of his father's death, as a large number of supporters had gathered in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam.
National Conference Member of Parliament Aga Syed Ruhullah is prepared to resign from the party and relinquish his seat in the Srinagar Lok Sabha constituency on November 3, 2026, according to reports. The announcement has sparked differing opinions within the party. Ruhullah, a 48-year-old Shia cleric from Budgam, has emerged as a significant ideological figure for the party since the Union government abolished Jammu and Kashmir's unique status in 2019.
In a recent post on X, he alluded to the prospect of a new chapter beginning on the day of his resignation. The government has given its approval for a commemoration of Ruhullah's father, Shaheed Aga Syed Mehdi Mustafa, who was assassinated in 2000, but has prohibited any rallies or demonstrations and has stated that no anti-national actions or propaganda will be tolerated.
Ruhullah honored his father's death anniversary by delivering a speech in which he exhorted Muslims from outside Kashmir to stand up against the "crown prince and his cabal." He denounced the Chief Minister for his alleged disregard of the party's foundational principles and manifesto, which advocated for special status and regional independence.
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