Mufti Alleges Foul Play After OGW Jumps in J&K River, Drowns; BJP Slams Her
In a shocking turn of events, a local news report has emerged from Kulgam district in Jammu and Kashmir, where a former overground worker (OGW) allegedly jumped into a river and drowned. The incident has sparked a heated debate, with former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti alleging foul play and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) slaming her for her remarks.
According to reports, the OGW, whose identity has not been disclosed, was seen jumping into the river on Tuesday evening. Locals claim that the worker was picked up by the Army two days ago, sparking concerns about his safety and security. The incident has left many questions unanswered, with the family of the deceased worker demanding an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
Mehbooba Mufti, who is the president of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), took to social media to express her concerns about the incident. She alleged that the worker was picked up by the Army two days ago and was being taken away, leading to speculation that foul play might have been involved in his death.
“Shocking! An OGW was picked up by the Army 2 days ago & today he’s found dead in a river in Kulgam. What is the Army doing? Why are they picking up people and then getting rid of them? This is a matter of great concern and needs to be investigated,” Mufti tweeted.
However, the BJP has slammed Mufti’s remarks, accusing her of playing politics over the incident. Sanju Verma, a BJP leader, took to Twitter to respond to Mufti’s allegations.
“Mehbooba, after the Pahalgam terror attack, you said, ‘Why blame Pakistan?’ Today, an OGW is found dead in a river and you’re saying the Army is involved? You have a history of playing politics over such incidents. This is not the time for politics, but for unity and harmony,” Verma tweeted.
The incident has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many people expressing their outrage and shock at the alleged foul play. Others have called for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the worker’s death, while some have questioned Mufti’s motives for making such allegations.
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched an investigation into the incident, and an autopsy is being conducted to determine the cause of the worker’s death. The Army has also issued a statement, saying that they are cooperating with the investigation and are committed to ensuring the safety and security of all individuals in the region.
In a statement, the Army said, “We condemn the incident and are cooperating with the investigation. We are committed to ensuring the safety and security of all individuals in the region, including former OGWs. We urge everyone to maintain peace and harmony, and to refrain from making unfounded allegations.”
The incident has highlighted the sensitive nature of the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, where the relationship between the government and the local population is under strain. The region has been facing a series of political and security challenges, including the ongoing lockdown and the presence of armed groups.
As the investigation into the incident continues, many are left wondering about the circumstances surrounding the worker’s death. While the Army has denied any involvement in the incident, Mufti’s allegations have raised questions about the safety and security of former OGWs in the region.
In the meantime, the people of Jammu and Kashmir are left to grapple with the shocking incident, and the many questions that it raises. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen whether the truth behind the worker’s death will be revealed, and whether justice will be served.
