Mufti Alleges Foul Play After OGW Jumps in J&K River, Drowns; BJP Slams Her
In a shocking incident in Jammu and Kashmir, an overground worker (OGW) jumped into a river in Kulgam district and drowned, sparking allegations of foul play from none other than former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti. According to reports, the OGW was picked up by the Army two days ago, leading Mufti to question the circumstances surrounding the incident.
On Wednesday, Mufti took to Twitter to express her concerns, stating that locals had alleged that the OGW was taken away by the Army. She urged the authorities to investigate the matter and provide clarity on what had happened to the individual.
“Reports from Kulgam say an OGW was picked up by the Army 2 days ago. Locals say he was last seen being taken away by the Army. Dead body recovered from river today. What happened to him? Who is responsible? We need answers,” Mufti tweeted.
However, her remarks did not go unchallenged. BJP leader Sanju Verma took to social media to slam Mufti’s allegations, citing her previous statements following the Pahalgam terror attack in which she had questioned the need to blame Pakistan.
“Mehbooba, after the Pahalgam terror attack, said, ‘Why blame Pakistan?’ Now, when an OGW dies under suspicious circumstances, she’s crying foul play? Where was her concern for the OGW when he was alive? The hypocrisy is stunning,” Verma tweeted.
The incident has sparked a heated debate in Jammu and Kashmir, with many questioning the circumstances surrounding the OGW’s death. The local police have launched an investigation into the matter, but details are still scarce.
The OGW’s death has also raised concerns about the treatment of civilians in the region. Human rights groups have long accused the security forces of mistreating and even killing civilians who are suspected of having links to militant groups.
The situation in Jammu and Kashmir has been tense in recent months, with frequent protests and clashes between security forces and civilians. The region has been under a strict security lockdown since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019, which granted special status to the state.
The administration has been accused of human rights abuses, including the use of pellet guns and other forms of violence against peaceful protesters. The situation has also been exacerbated by the lack of communication and information available to the public, with many areas remaining cut off from the rest of the world.
In light of these developments, Mufti’s allegations of foul play are likely to be closely scrutinized. While the exact circumstances surrounding the OGW’s death are still unclear, it is clear that the situation in Jammu and Kashmir remains highly volatile and sensitive.
As the investigation into the OGW’s death continues, it is essential that the authorities provide transparency and accountability to the public. The people of Jammu and Kashmir deserve to know the truth about what happened to the individual and to hold those responsible accountable.
It is also crucial that politicians like Mufti refrain from making inflammatory statements that can further polarize the situation. Instead, they should work towards finding solutions that promote peace and stability in the region.
Ultimately, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the pressing need for human rights and accountability in Jammu and Kashmir. As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential that the voices of civilians are heard and their concerns addressed.
