Mufti Alleges Foul Play After OGW Jumps in J&K River, Drowns; BJP Slams Her
In a shocking turn of events, a former Over Ground Worker (OGW) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district jumped into the river and drowned, sending shockwaves across the region. The incident has sparked controversy, with former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti alleging foul play and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) slamming her remarks.
According to reports, the OGW, who was involved with a militant outfit, was picked up by the Army two days ago. However, he managed to escape and jumped into the river in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Despite efforts by the locals to rescue him, the worker succumbed to the cold waters and died.
Reacting to the incident, Mehbooba Mufti, who is the president of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), took to Twitter to express her concerns. “Shocking news from Kulgam! Locals alleged that the OGW was picked up by the Army two days ago. Who knows what happened to him in those two days? We demand a thorough investigation into this incident,” she tweeted.
However, her remarks did not go unnoticed, and the BJP was quick to slam her. “Mehbooba, after the Pahalgam terror attack, said, ‘Why blame Pakistan?'” tweeted Sanju Verma, a BJP leader. “Now, she is crying foul play when an OGW dies after being picked up by the Army. Double standards are evident,” she added.
The controversy surrounding the incident has sparked a heated debate, with many questioning the motives behind Mehbooba Mufti’s allegations. While some have supported her demand for a thorough investigation, others have accused her of playing politics.
OGWs are individuals who are involved with militant outfits but do not actively participate in terrorist activities. They often act as informants or provide logistical support to the militants. In recent years, the number of OGWs has increased significantly in Jammu and Kashmir, causing concern among security forces.
The incident has also raised questions about the methods used by security forces to deal with OGWs. While the Army and police have been accused of using excessive force in the past, there have been instances where OGWs have been given “lenient” treatment, allowing them to return to their militant activities.
The Pahalgam terror attack, mentioned by Sanju Verma, was a major incident that took place in August 2019. In the attack, a group of militants stormed a bus carrying Amarnath Yatra pilgrims, killing eight people and injuring many others. The incident sparked widespread outrage, and Mehbooba Mufti was criticized for her remarks about not blaming Pakistan for the attack.
The controversy surrounding the OGW’s death has also highlighted the complex situation in Jammu and Kashmir. The region has been under lockdown since August 2019, and the situation remains volatile. The government has been accused of using excessive force to quell protests and dissent, while the opposition has accused it of violating human rights.
In the midst of this chaos, the death of the OGW has sparked a heated debate about the methods used by security forces and the motives behind Mehbooba Mufti’s allegations. While some have demanded a thorough investigation into the incident, others have accused her of playing politics.
As the situation in Jammu and Kashmir continues to unfold, one thing is clear – the region remains a tinderbox, waiting to be ignited by any spark. The controversy surrounding the OGW’s death has highlighted the complex situation and the need for a peaceful and political solution to the ongoing crisis.
