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Srinagar: Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, along with National Conference (NC) patron Farooq Abdullah, attended an Iftaar party hosted by People’s Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti in Jammu on Sunday.
The event attracted various political figures, including Tariq Hameed Karra, chief of the Jammu & Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC), and senior leader Ghulam Ahmad Mir, among others.
Sources indicate that the gathering was purely social and devoid of any political discussions. “It was simply a goodwill gesture, unrelated to political matters,” mentioned an insider. Mehbooba Mufti had invited the Chief Minister and the veteran NC leader, who both accepted the invitation.
Their attendance at this PDP-hosted event highlights a moment of political goodwill, despite the historical rivalry between their parties. While this has piqued interest in political circles, attendees stressed that the occasion was meant to honor the spirit of Ramadan.
Iftar, the evening meal to break the fast during Ramadan, is a time when Muslims gather with friends and family. In India, many mosques organize free iftar meals, and preparations start hours beforehand, often featuring a range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes alongside various juices and sherbets. Traditionally, iftar begins with dates or water and evolves into a more substantial meal, typically followed by a lighter dinner before the night prayers.
