Shocking: Iltija Mufti on policeman kicking woman protester in J&K
The recent incident in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district has raised eyebrows and sparked outrage across the nation. A video has surfaced showing a policeman kicking a female protester who was peacefully protesting against the mysterious deaths in Devsar. The incident has been widely condemned by the public and politicians alike, with many calling for action against the erring policeman.
Reacting to the video, PDP’s Iltija Mufti said, “Shocking and unbecoming for a policeman to kick a woman only because she was peacefully protesting against the mysterious deaths in Devsar. It’s this high-handed behaviour from those expected to uphold the law that creates a trust deficit…alienating people even further.”
The incident occurred on October 25, when a group of protesters had gathered in Devsar to protest against the mysterious deaths of several people, including a young couple, who were found dead in a car in the region. The protesters were reportedly peaceful, and no violence was reported until the policeman intervened.
The video shows the policeman, clad in a blue uniform, approach a woman protester and kick her in the stomach. The woman can be seen falling to the ground, clutching her stomach in pain. The policeman then proceeds to push her away, as if trying to intimidate her further.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for action against the policeman. The Jammu and Kashmir Police have issued a statement saying that an inquiry has been launched into the incident, and the policeman involved has been suspended.
However, many feel that this is not enough, and that stricter action should be taken against the policeman. “This incident is a stark reminder of the high-handedness and brutality that people in Jammu and Kashmir are subjected to by the police,” said a local resident. “We demand that the policeman is booked for assault and that the government takes concrete steps to ensure that such incidents do not happen in the future.”
The incident has also sparked concerns about the safety of protesters in the region. “Protesting is a fundamental right, and it’s shocking that a policeman would resort to violence against a peaceful protester,” said a human rights activist. “We urge the government to take immediate action to ensure that protesters are protected and that their rights are respected.”
The incident has also been condemned by politicians from across the spectrum. “This is a shocking and unacceptable incident, and those responsible must be brought to book,” said a spokesperson for the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee. “We demand that the government takes immediate action to ensure that such incidents do not happen in the future.”
The incident has also been widely condemned on social media, with many people expressing their outrage and disgust at the policeman’s actions. “This is a shameful display of police brutality,” tweeted a prominent journalist. “The policeman involved should be fired and charged with assault.”
In conclusion, the incident in Kulgam district has sparked widespread outrage and concern about the safety of protesters in Jammu and Kashmir. The policeman involved should be held accountable for his actions, and the government should take concrete steps to ensure that such incidents do not happen in the future.
