SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Thursday announced several key appointments which it said would strengthen the party's communications and legislative wing.

As per an official handout, Dr Mehboob beg has been appointed as the Chief Spokesperson for the party. With his background as a parliamentarian and a legislator, Beg will bring his invaluable expertise and understanding of the challenges faced by J&K, the handout said.

Party's MLA Pulwama, Mr. Waheed ur Rehman Para has been appointed as the Leader of the Legislative Party.

The decisions were taken in a meeting chaired by party chief Mehbooba Mufti.

Mr. Rafiq Ahmed Naik was appointed Deputy Leader, while MLA Kupwara, Mr. Mir Mohammad Fayaz, will serve as the Chief Whip, ensuring unity and direction within the party's legislative team.