Do you think a united Hurriyat would be more effective in highlighting the Kashmir issue in international forums?
If we will remain steadfast on our stand, it would be more important. Hurriyat was united for 10 years from 1993-2003, but couldn’t deliver properly. What was the reason? Ideological differences. Apart from that for 10-years India didn’t give much importance to united Hurriyat for 10 years. India’s attitude is rigid as they think they can occupy Kashmir by force always. In such a situation resistance forces have to take every step carefully. From the past several elections, you have been vigorously launching boycott campaign. But several people say Geelani himself fought elections under Indian constitution? I defend my decision before people and Alhamdullilah they accept it. When I fought elections, people used to vote for developmental issues. Congress, NC and other parties were strengthening Indian occupation in Kashmir. We used to make people aware that pro-India parties seek votes in the name of development, but in assembly they are working against Islam. Vote had same power that t
