Budgam, April 14 -- Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday raised concerns over growing distress among youth and highlighted several pressing issues facing Budgam, while stressing the need for sustained dialogue and deeper public engagement.

Interacting with residents during a 'Kath Ba'ath' (dialogue) initiative here, Mufti thanked participants, including young men and women and elders, for openly sharing their grievances. She described the gathering as a reflection of collective awareness and active public participation.

Invoking the approach of her father and former CM Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, she asserted that meaningful dialogue remains the only viable path forwar...