Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Thursday said that the High Court’s judgment regarding issuance of travel documents raises hope among those denied passport for years on the basis of their relationship, is welcome.
In a post on X, Mirwaiz wrote, “The High Court’s judgment regarding issuance of travel documents raises hope among those denied passport for years on the basis of their relationship, is welcome.”
“Thousands of people which includes the children and relations of militants, political prisoners and leadership in jails including mine , have been denied this fundamental right, cutting them off from educational and vocational opportunities. I hope this decision will be honoured by the rulers of the day.” he added.
“In the meanwhile for the 6th consecutive year I have again been placed under house arrest ahead of Shab-e-Baraat today.” the post reads.
