Aga Ruhullah Mehdi Sahib deserves credit for being among the first to support the demand for rationalisation of the reservation policy in Jammu and Kashmir a long-standing public concern. Yet, it was Sajad lone Sahib who brought the issue to the floor of the House with a broader and bolder vision, exposing how the existing reservation structure has caused deep injustices to Kashmiris across every section of society. His powerful remark still resonates :
“This policy has turned opportunity into privilege for a few while denying justice to many.”
Over the last year, however, this crucial issue has been milked enough by politicians, transformed from a genuine demand into an election tool. Making it a campaign condition in Budgam today seems less about justice for students and more about political image repair.
The fact remains that all procedural work has already been completed, and a government circular is long overdue. The delay raises an important question:
Was it intentionally dragged on till the elections for political mileage?
The reservation issue is not confined to one constituency; it’s a Union Territory-wide concern that impacts thousands of deserving students. People now seek clarity, not theatrics. The real test for Aga Ruhullah Sahib lies in whether he can assure students that the rationalisation will be implemented in full, without post-election hurdles or compromises.
