Chowdhary Mukhtiyar Ali Speaks Out Against Bakerwal-Gujjar Separation
By: Haneef Jatla
Jammu, Jan 08: Prominent Gujjar-Bakerwal leader Chowdhary Mukhtiyar Ali has voiced strong opposition to the growing demand for the separation of the Bakerwal community from the Gujjar identity. In an exclusive interview with our reporter Haneef Jalta, Ali emphasized the historical and cultural unity of the two communities and warned that division would weaken their collective voice in addressing socio-political challenges.
“Splitting the community will weaken our collective voice,” Ali said, urging for dialogue and deeper introspection to resolve the underlying issues fueling such demands. He stressed the importance of solidarity in safeguarding the rights and identity of both communities.
Ali’s remarks come at a critical juncture, as the demand for separation has sparked debates across the region. The full interview sheds light on the intricate dynamics shaping Gujjar-Bakerwal relations and their shared future.
