Military might won’t help resolve Kashmir: Mehbooba
Srinagar: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president and former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti said that Kashmir is a political issue and can’t be resolved through military might.
Mufti said instead of taking cognizance of the brutality army unleashed on a youth, governor is diverting the issue by giving political sermons.
In a series of tweets, Mehbooba said, “Kashmir is a political issue and can’t be resolved through military power. Army men hailed as heroes for their bravery also need to be held accountable if they commit human rights violations. So please let’s call a spade a spade instead of accusing us of demonising the army. I have also spoken to the Corps Commander to take note of this incident.”
“Instead of taking cognizance of the brutality that the young boy has been subjected to, and ordering action against the culprits, it is sad that the honourable governor is talking politics instead. Saddened to see the constitutional authorities taking sides so brazenly,” said Mehbooba in another tweet.
Mehbooba also garnered support from former chief minister Omar Abdullah who also hit out at Governor Satya Pal Malik for his remarks on Mehbooba Mufti.
The National Conference leader termed Malik’s statement as unacceptable, “Governor Sb this is an unacceptable statement and an unnecessary interference in politics. At this rate it won’t be long before people stop taking Raj Bhavan seriously so please consider the office you occupy before you give statements,” he tweeted.
KV Correspondent
