Shocking: Iltija Mufti on policeman kicking woman protester in J&K
A video recently surfaced showing a policeman kicking a female protester in Jammu and Kashmir, prompting widespread outrage and condemnation. The incident has sparked concerns about the behavior of law enforcement agencies in the region and the impact it may have on the already fragile trust between the public and the authorities.
The video shows a policeman, identified as a member of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, kicking a woman who was participating in a peaceful protest in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir. The protest was held to demand justice for the mysterious deaths of several people in the Death Valley area of Kulgam.
Reacting to the incident, Iltija Mufti, the daughter of former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti and a prominent politician in her own right, described the police behavior as “shocking and unbecoming.” She said, “It’s shocking and unbecoming for a policeman to kick a woman only because she was peacefully protesting against the mysterious deaths in Devsar. It’s this high-handed behaviour from those expected to uphold the law that creates a trust deficit…alienating people even further.”
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation, with many calling for action against the policeman involved. The Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched an investigation into the matter and have suspended the policeman pending the outcome of the inquiry.
The incident is not an isolated one, and it highlights the deep-seated mistrust and discontent that exists between the public and the authorities in Jammu and Kashmir. The region has been plagued by violence and unrest for decades, and the police have often been accused of using excessive force against protesters and civilians.
The Death Valley area of Kulgam has been a hotspot of protests and violence in recent months, with several people dying under mysterious circumstances. The police have blamed the deaths on natural causes, but the families of the victims and local residents have demanded an investigation into the matter.
The incident has also raised concerns about the lack of accountability and the culture of impunity that exists in the Jammu and Kashmir Police. The police have been accused of using excessive force and violence against protesters and civilians, and there is a lack of accountability for their actions.
The incident has also highlighted the need for greater transparency and accountability in the investigation into the mysterious deaths in the Death Valley area. The police have launched an investigation into the matter, but many have questioned the impartiality and effectiveness of the investigation.
In conclusion, the incident of a policeman kicking a female protester in Jammu and Kashmir is shocking and unacceptable. It highlights the deep-seated mistrust and discontent that exists between the public and the authorities in the region, and it underscores the need for greater transparency and accountability in the investigation into the mysterious deaths in the Death Valley area.
The Jammu and Kashmir Police must take immediate action to address the concerns and allegations of excessive force and violence. The policeman involved in the incident must be held accountable for his actions, and the investigation into the mysterious deaths in the Death Valley area must be transparent and effective.
The people of Jammu and Kashmir deserve better from their law enforcement agencies, and it is the responsibility of the authorities to ensure that the police are held accountable for their actions. The incident is a wake-up call for the authorities to take concrete steps to address the concerns and allegations of excessive force and violence, and to restore trust between the public and the authorities.
