Shocking: Iltija Mufti on policeman kicking woman protester in J&K
The recent video making rounds on social media, showing a policeman kicking a female protester in Jammu and Kashmir, has left many stunned and outraged. The incident took place in Devsar area of Kulgam district, where protesters were demanding answers on the mysterious deaths of several young men in the region. The protest turned violent, with security forces resorting to baton charge, tear gas, and pellet guns to disperse the crowd.
Amidst the chaos, a policeman was seen kicking a woman protester, leaving her injured and helpless on the ground. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with many calling it an “unacceptable” and “shocking” display of brutality by the authorities.
Reacting to the video, Iltija Mufti, a prominent leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), expressed her dismay and disappointment. “Shocking and unbecoming for a policeman to kick a woman only because she was peacefully protesting against the mysterious deaths in Devsar,” she said. “It’s this high-handed behaviour from those expected to uphold the law that creates a trust deficit…alienating people even further.”
Mufti’s words echo the sentiments of many who are shocked and appalled by the video. The incident raises several questions about the behavior of the security forces in the region, particularly towards women and children who are often the most vulnerable during protests.
The incident occurred on October 25, when protesters took to the streets to demand justice for the families of the young men who have died under mysterious circumstances in the region. The protests turned violent, with security forces resorting to force to disperse the crowd. In the chaos, several protesters, including women, were injured, and many were arrested.
The video of the policeman kicking the woman protester was widely shared on social media, sparking outrage and condemnation. Many have called for the policeman to be held accountable for his actions, and for the authorities to take steps to prevent such incidents in the future.
The incident is not an isolated one, and is part of a larger pattern of human rights abuses and police brutality in the region. The use of force and violence against protesters, particularly women and children, has been a recurring theme in Jammu and Kashmir in recent years.
The region has been gripped by unrest and protests since August 2019, when India revoked Article 370 of the Constitution, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. The move was widely criticized, and the region has been under a strict lockdown ever since.
The protests and unrest have been met with force and violence by the security forces, leading to widespread human rights abuses and violations. The use of pellet guns, tear gas, and baton charge has resulted in several deaths and injuries, and many have been arrested and detained without charge.
The incident has also raised concerns about the safety and security of women in the region. The use of force and violence against women, particularly by those who are supposed to protect and serve them, is unacceptable and has serious consequences for their dignity and well-being.
In conclusion, the video of the policeman kicking a woman protester in Jammu and Kashmir is a shocking and disturbing display of brutality and high-handedness. It highlights the need for greater accountability and transparency from the authorities, and for measures to be taken to prevent such incidents in the future.
The incident is also a stark reminder of the human rights abuses and police brutality that are all too common in the region. It is essential that the authorities take concrete steps to address these issues, and to ensure that the rights and dignity of all individuals, including women and children, are protected and respected.
