Govt more interested in power than people’s safety: PDP

Srinagar, Feb 06: People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti on Thursday strongly criticised the Jammu and Kashmir government for its “silence” over a series of recent incidents, including alleged killings by security forces and police actions. She accused the ruling party of failing to ensure accountability and justice for the victims.
Speaking to reporters here, Mufti expressed deep concern over the killing of Wasim Mir in Sopore, the death of a truck driver in broad daylight, and the alleged police torture of a 25-year-old youth in Kathua, which resulted in his death. “It is very sad that within 24 hours, so many tragic incidents have occurred, yet the government remains silent,” she said.
The people of Jammu and Kashmir brought this government to power with great hope, but today, their voices are locked, and they are not even issuing statements, she added.
Iltija questioned the Chief Minister’s inaction, saying, “What stops the CM from visiting Kathua and consoling the bereaved family of Makhan Din? If the police are not in their control, what prevents them from at least issuing a statement?”
The PDP leader also targeted the National Conference, alleging that it had historically normalised every act of betrayal from Delhi, including the abrogation of Article 370.
She further criticised recent business rule changes, saying that they were aimed at legitimising past decisions. “The people of Jammu and Kashmir expect accountability. When human rights violations occur, the government should question the police and the authorities responsible. But instead, they are sitting in silence, putting the people of J&K under the bus for the sake of power,” she added.
Mufti urged the government to take responsibility and speak out against such incidents, saying that ensuring security and justice for the people should be a priority. (KNS)