Srinagar, April 6 -- Congress insiders have strongly criticized self-styled party leader Mohd Anwar Bhat, accusing him of being a product of lobbyism with no electoral achievement or meaningful contribution to the party.

Reacting sharply to Bhat's recent media interaction at his Kakapora residence-where media personnel were allegedly transported from Srinagar to criticize the Congress leadership-party insiders questioned his relevance in the organization. They termed Bhat's political journey as rooted in factionalism and confusion, saying his only aim has been to project himself as a leader despite repeated failures.

"Bhat has contested several elections since 1996 but has never won even once. He couldn't even save his security deposits...