J&K’s only AAP MLA Mehraj Malik booked for threatening, abusing woman doctor
In a shocking incident, Jammu and Kashmir’s only Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA, Mehraj Malik, has been booked by the police for allegedly threatening and abusing a woman doctor. The doctor, who works at a government medical college in Doda, has accused Malik of making abusive, gendered, and derogatory remarks against her online.
According to the police complaint, the doctor alleged that Malik threatened to drag her and strip her naked. This is not the first time that Malik has been in the news for his controversial behavior. However, this incident has sparked outrage across the country, with many calling for his immediate suspension and arrest.
The incident took place on January 10, when Malik allegedly made the threatening and abusive comments against the doctor on social media. The doctor, who has chosen to remain anonymous, claimed that Malik’s behavior was motivated by her efforts to expose his wrongdoings and corruption.
Malik, who represents the Doda constituency in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, has been a vocal critic of the government’s policies and has often been at odds with his political opponents. However, his alleged behavior towards the woman doctor has sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for his resignation.
The police booked Malik under sections 354-D (stalking) and 509 (word, gesture or act intended to insult the modesty of a woman) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Malik has denied the allegations, claiming that they are baseless and motivated by political vendetta.
The incident has sparked a heated debate in the state, with many calling for Malik’s immediate suspension and arrest. The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) has demanded Malik’s resignation, saying that his behavior is “unacceptable and shameful”.
“We are shocked and dismayed by the allegations of threatening and abusing a woman doctor by MLA Mehraj Malik,” said JKPCC president, Ghulam Ahmed Mir. “His behavior is unacceptable and shameful. We demand his immediate resignation.”
The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) has also condemned Malik’s behavior, saying that it is “unbecoming of a public representative”.
“We condemn in the strongest possible terms the alleged behavior of MLA Mehraj Malik towards a woman doctor,” said JKNC spokesperson, Imran Nabi Dar. “His behavior is unbecoming of a public representative and we demand his immediate suspension and arrest.”
The incident has also sparked a debate about the safety and security of women in the state. Many have called for greater action to be taken to protect women from harassment and abuse.
“This incident is a stark reminder of the dangers that women face in our society,” said women’s rights activist, Samia Shah. “We need to take greater action to protect women from harassment and abuse. The government and political parties must work together to create a safe and secure environment for women.”
The police are investigating the incident and have called for Malik to appear before them. The outcome of the investigation is yet to be determined, but many are calling for Malik’s immediate suspension and arrest.
In conclusion, the alleged behavior of MLA Mehraj Malik towards a woman doctor is unacceptable and shameful. It is imperative that the government and political parties take immediate action to protect women from harassment and abuse. Malik’s resignation is the least that is expected in this case.
