Srinagar, April 27: Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi on Monday welcomed the quashment of the Public Safety Act (PSA) against Doda MLA Mehraj Malik, calling it a necessary correction that restores faith in institutional integrity.
In a statement, Inam Un Nabi questioned the very basis of invoking PSA against an elected legislator. “What did those who slapped PSA on a legislator actually achieve, other than demeaning the institution itself?” he asked.
He said the decision to quash the PSA underlines the importance of restraint and accountability while using stringent laws. “When such measures are misapplied, it not only affects individuals but also erodes public trust in democratic institutions,” he added.
Drawing a parallel, Inam Un Nabi expressed concern over the continued incarceration of Member of Parliament Er Rashid, who has been in jail for the past seven years. He said the contrast calls for introspection and a more humane approach, especially when Er Rashid’s father is critically ill.
With his bail plea listed tomorrow before the Delhi High Court, Inam Un Nabi said the party remains hopeful. “We believe justice will prevail and that Er Rashid will be granted relief, allowing him to be with his family in this crucial time,” he said.
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