Srinagar, July 31 -- Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Thursday reiterated his demand for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir with dignity, as promised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah on the floor of the Parliament.

Addressing a massive party convention in the Raiyar area of Khansahib in Central Kashmir's Budgam district, Hakeem said, "Statehood in Jammu and Kashmir has been turned into a myth. It is not a charity but a constitutional right and must be restored with full honour and dignity."

The convention witnessed enthusiastic participation of hundreds of workers, while dozens of new members joined the PDF caravan, boosting the morale of the...