MEERAS with Pirzada Shakir presents Apni Party chief Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari in a candid and wide-ranging conversation on his political journey, Kashmir’s changing political landscape and the decisions that shaped his career.
From his early life and entry into politics to his association with Mufti Mohammad Sayeed and Mehbooba Mufti, Bukhari reflects on his time in the PDP government, his expulsion from the party in 2019 and the circumstances that led to the formation of the Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party in 2020.
He also discusses his meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah after the formation of Apni Party, the political developments following the abrogation of Article 370, allegations that his party weakened the opposition’s bargaining position, and his views on the future of Jammu and Kashmir.
The conversation covers his relationship with Sajad Lone, the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Apni Party’s performance in the 2024 Assembly elections, his political differences with Omar Abdullah, allegations surrounding his family’s political role in the 1984 crisis, restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s political position, possible alliances and his preparations for the next election.
Watch the full conversation for Altaf Bukhari’s perspective on Kashmir’s past, present and political future.
