Srinagar, May 31 -- Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President and former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Mehbooba Mufti, on Saturday reiterated her party's commitment to peace and dialogue, warning against the rising tide of war rhetoric that continues to impact the people of the region.

Addressing party workers here, Mehbooba said that Jammu and Kashmir has always borne the brunt of war and violence, comparing the region to "grass trampled under the feet of two fighting elephants."

"The PDP will continue to raise its voice for peace and channel the sentiments of the people. We must end the spectre of war so that people can plan their lives and revive the economy. Jammu and Kashmir should be a bridge of understanding, friendship, an...