Srinagar, May 22 -- Apni Party President Altaf Bukhari on Thursday strongly condemned violence, saying it brings no benefit to anyone and that humanity must always come first.

According to Kashmir News Service (KNS), Bukhari was speaking after the Panther Party Beam Group officially merged with his party in Kashmir province. He welcomed the decision and said the unity of like-minded groups would strengthen efforts for peace and progress.

Addressing the gathering, Bukhari said, "Violence has only brought pain and setbacks.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelOur sorrow is not for economic losses but for the innocent lives lost. Humanity should never be sacrificed."

He reaffirmed the party's commitment to its 2020 agenda, which inclu...