Mufti Alleges Foul Play After OGW Jumps in J&K River, Drowns; BJP Slams Her
The recent incident of an overground worker (OGW) jumping into a river in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir and drowning has sparked a heated debate, with former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti alleging foul play and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) slamming her for her remarks.
According to reports, the OGW, identified as 25-year-old Muhammad Irfan, was seen jumping into the river in Kulgam’s Laroo area on Friday evening. Despite efforts by locals and rescue teams to save him, Irfan drowned in the river.
Mufti, the president of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), took to Twitter to express her concerns over the incident. She alleged that locals had told her that the OGW was picked up by the Army two days ago, hinting that the Army might be involved in his death.
“Sad to hear about the tragic death of an OGW in Kulgam. Locals have told me that he was picked up by the Army 2 days ago. Can’t help but wonder if this is another case of custodial killing?” Mufti tweeted.
However, the BJP was quick to slam Mufti’s remarks, calling them “baseless” and “irresponsible”. BJP leader Sanju Verma took to Twitter to respond to Mufti’s allegations.
“Mehbooba, after the Pahalgam terror attack, said, ‘Why blame Pakistan?’ Now, she’s trying to fix the Army for an OGW’s death without any evidence. This is a classic example of her politics of conspiracy theories,” Verma tweeted.
Verma’s response was echoed by other BJP leaders, who accused Mufti of trying to create communal tensions and distract from the real issues facing the state.
The Army, meanwhile, has denied any involvement in the OGW’s death. In a statement, the Army said that it was not involved in the incident and that the allegations made by Mufti were “baseless”.
The incident has sparked a heated debate over the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, with many calling for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the OGW’s death. The PDP and other opposition parties have demanded a probe into the incident, while the BJP has termed Mufti’s allegations as “baseless” and “fabricated”.
The incident also highlights the complex and sensitive situation in Jammu and Kashmir, where the Indian Army and other security forces have been battling militant groups for years. The state has been under a security lockdown since August 2019, when the Centre revoked Article 370 of the Constitution, which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir.
The situation has been further complicated by the presence of various militant groups, including the Hizbul Mujahideen, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Jaish-e-Mohammed, which have been fighting for independence from India. The groups have been responsible for several attacks on security forces and civilians in the state.
In recent years, there have been several cases of alleged human rights abuses by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir, including cases of custodial killings and fake encounters. The situation has been further complicated by the presence of overground workers, who often act as informants and accomplices for militant groups.
The incident is also seen as a setback for the peace process in Jammu and Kashmir, which has been ongoing for several years. The Centre and the state government have been engaged in talks with various militant groups to persuade them to lay down their arms and join the mainstream.
The incident has also sparked concerns over the safety and security of civilians in Jammu and Kashmir, where the situation has been volatile for several years. The state government has been criticized for failing to provide adequate security to civilians, and many have called for greater efforts to be made to ensure their safety and security.
In conclusion, the incident of the OGW jumping into a river and drowning in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir has sparked a heated debate, with former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti alleging foul play and the BJP slamming her for her remarks. The incident highlights the complex and sensitive situation in Jammu and Kashmir, where the Indian Army and other security forces have been battling militant groups for years. The Centre and the state government must work together to ensure the safety and security of civilians in the state, and to promote a peaceful and stable environment.
