J&K’s only AAP MLA Mehraj Malik booked for threatening, abusing woman doctor
In a shocking turn of events, Jammu and Kashmir’s only Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA, Mehraj Malik, has been booked by the police for allegedly threatening a woman doctor. The doctor, who works at a government medical college in Doda, accused Malik of making “abusive, gendered, and derogatory remarks” against her online. The incident highlights a disturbing trend of harassment and intimidation of women, particularly those in positions of authority, and raises questions about the accountability of public figures.
According to the police complaint filed by the doctor, Malik made the threatening remarks on social media, which were meant to intimidate and humiliate her. The doctor alleged that Malik threatened to drag her and strip her naked, leaving her feeling unsafe and traumatized. The incident has sparked outrage among citizens, who are demanding action against the MLA for his egregious behavior.
The doctor, who wishes to remain anonymous, said in her complaint that she had been receiving threatening messages from Malik on social media for some time. She alleged that he had been making personal attacks on her, calling her names, and threatening to harm her. The doctor claimed that she had tried to ignore the messages at first, but when Malik’s behavior became more aggressive and menacing, she decided to report the incident to the police.
The police have taken the complaint seriously and 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). The MLA has been summoned to the police station for questioning, but he has denied the allegations, claiming that they are false and politically motivated.
The incident has sparked a heated debate about the accountability of public figures, particularly politicians. Many are questioning why Malik, who is supposed to be a representative of the people, would engage in such behavior. Others are calling for his resignation, citing his lack of respect for women and his disregard for the law.
The incident is also a reminder of the growing problem of harassment and intimidation of women in India. According to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), there were 4,28,278 cases of crime against women reported in 2020, with 3,43,889 of them being registered under the IPC. The NCRB also reported that crimes against women increased by 7.3% in 2020 compared to the previous year.
The Jammu and Kashmir police have been criticized in the past for their handling of cases involving women. In 2020, the police were accused of inaction in a case of alleged rape and murder of a minor girl in Rajouri district. The incident sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for the police to take action against the perpetrators.
In light of the recent incident involving Malik, the police have been urged to take a strong stance against harassment and intimidation of women. The police have been advised to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of the doctor and to bring Malik to justice.
The AAP, meanwhile, has distanced itself from Malik’s behavior, saying that his actions are “unacceptable” and “contrary to the values of the party.” The party has called for an inquiry into the incident and has demanded that Malik take responsibility for his actions.
The incident is a stark reminder of the need for greater accountability and respect for women in public life. It is imperative that public figures, particularly politicians, are held to a higher standard of behavior and are punished severely for their transgressions.
As the investigation into the incident continues, many are left wondering how such behavior could be tolerated by a public figure. The incident highlights the need for greater awareness and education about the importance of respecting women’s rights and dignity.
