A meeting between Congress president Sonia Gandhi and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti at the former’s official residence in New Delhi on Monday ended a gulf between the two leaders and indicated towards the Congress’ efforts to build an ideological alliance with regional players.
The former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister reached Ms. Gandhi’s residence around 5.30 p.m. for a one-to-one meeting, which lasted for around half an hour.
Ms. Mufti has downplayed the meeting, calling it an “apolitical meet” and a “courtesy call”. Sources said Ms. Muftienquired about the health of Ms. Gandhi, who has been unwell.
