Detentions, Demolitions Will Worsen Situation: Omar Abdullah After Cop Killing
Omar Abdullah has criticized recent security measures in Jammu and Kashmir, warning that mass detentions and property demolitions will only worsen the regional situation. His remarks follow the reported detention of over 2,000 terror suspects and the destruction of homes linked to militants in Anant
Former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed concern over the escalation of security operations in the Kashmir Valley following the killing of a police officer. He argued that the use of collective punishment, such as mass arrests and the demolition of private property, would further alienate the local population rather than restore stability.
The security crackdown involved the detention of approximately 2,000 terror suspects as part of a wide-reaching investigation. Additionally, authorities in Anantnag moved to demolish the residential houses belonging to the families of two identified terrorists late at night, a move that has sparked significant political debate.
Abdullah emphasized that while security must be maintained, the methods employed must not aggravate existing tensions. He cautioned the administration against measures that might lead to a cycle of resentment and push the region toward greater volatility. Source: Source excerpt
