Policy & Politics

Farooq Abdullah Prevented From Leaving House To Offer Prayers: National Conference

Srinagar: Former Jammu & Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah has been prevented from offering prayers at Srinagar’s Hazratbal mosque, on the occasion of the Prophet Muhammad’s birth celebrations, his party said, Hindustan Times (HT) reported.

A spokesperson for Abdullah’s National Conference (NC) was quoted as saying by HT that the administration has blocked the exit to the latter’s residence to stop him from going to Hazratbal. “NC condemns this infringement of fundamental right to pray, especially on the auspicious occasion of Milad Un Nabi [the prophet’s birthday],” the spokesperson said.

 

People’s Democratic Party leader Mehbooba Mufti said preventing Abdullah from offering prayers exposes the government of India’s deep paranoia and iron-fisted approach towards Jammu & Kashmir, HT reported.

“It is a gross violation of our rights & is highly condemnable,” she tweeted.

OB Bureau

Recent Posts

Extra Vigil In Kolkata & Bengal Districts During India-Pakistan Champions Trophy Clash

Kolkata: With emotions running high well before Indian and Pakistan clash for Champions Trophy in… Read More

37 minutes ago

Thunderstorm, Squall@50Kmph May Hit 6 Odisha Dists This Afternoon

Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued nowcast warning for six districts of Odisha… Read More

1 hour ago

Odisha Fans Rally Behind Team India Ahead Of Champions Trophy Clash Against Pakistan

Bhubaneswar: Excitement is reaching fever pitch as millions of fans from India and Pakistan tune… Read More

1 hour ago

Unity, Innovation & Wellness: Key Highlights From PM Modi’s Latest Mann Ki Baat

New Delhi: In the 119th episode of his monthly radio program "Mann Ki Baat," broadcast… Read More

1 hour ago

Against The Odds: Meloni Backs Modi And Trump, Slams Liberal Double Standards

New Delhi: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has recently expressed strong support for global conservative… Read More

2 hours ago

Champions Trophy India Vs Pakistan: Here’s What To Expect From Team India’s Strategy

New Delhi: The Indian cricket team will take on arch-rivals Pakistan in their second Group… Read More

2 hours ago