Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has sought report from Administration into a controversial fashion show held in Gulmarg after images and videos of the event sparked widespread outrage, especially during the holy month of Ramzan.
The controversy erupted after Mirwaiz Umar Farooq condemned the event on social media platform X, calling it “outrageous” and demanding accountability from those involved.
In a post on X, Omar Abdullah wrote, “”The shock & anger are totally understandable. The images I have seen show a complete disregard for local sensitivities & that too during this holy month. My office has been in touch with the local authorities & I’ve asked for a report to be submitted within the next 24 hours. Further action, as appropriate, will follow from this report.”
Earlier Mirwaiz Umar Farooq wrote on X,“Outrageous! That In the holy month of Ramzan an obscene fashion show is organised in #Gulmarg, pictures & videos from which have gone viral sparking shock and anger among people. How could it be tolerated in the valley known for its sufi, saint culture and the deeply religious outlook of its people? Those involved should be immediately held accountable. Such obscenity in the name of tourism promotion will not be tolerated in #Kashmir.!”
