Shocking: Iltija Mufti on policeman kicking woman protester in J&K
A disturbing video has surfaced, showing a policeman kicking a female protester in Jammu and Kashmir, sparking outrage and condemnation from all quarters. The incident, which took place in Kulgam’s Death Valley, has once again highlighted the rising tensions in the region and the increasing brutality of security forces.
The video, which has gone viral on social media, shows a policeman kicking a woman protester who was peacefully protesting against the mysterious deaths in Devsar. The protests were held in reaction to the recent deaths of several people in the area, which have been reported as due to various reasons such as drowning, electrocution, and other unnatural causes.
Reacting to the video, People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti said that the incident was “shocking and unbecoming” for a policeman to kick a woman simply because she was exercising her right to peaceful protest. “It’s this high-handed behaviour from those expected to uphold the law that creates a trust deficit…alienating people even further,” she added.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for the policeman involved to be held accountable for his actions. The police have, however, defended the officer, saying that he was acting in self-defense.
The incident is the latest in a series of reports of security forces using excessive force against protesters in Jammu and Kashmir. The region has been facing a protracted political crisis, with protests and clashes between security forces and protesters becoming a regular feature.
The situation in Jammu and Kashmir has been deteriorating steadily since the abrogation of Article 370, which granted special status to the region. The move was widely seen as a attempt to integrate the region with the rest of the country, but it has been met with widespread resistance from the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
The protests, which have been largely peaceful, have been met with force by security forces, with reports of rubber bullets, tear gas, and pellet guns being used to disperse the crowds. There have also been reports of security forces entering residential areas and arresting people without warrants.
The situation has been further complicated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has made it difficult for people to access healthcare and other essential services. The lockdown imposed by the government has also made it difficult for people to move around, exacerbating the already dire situation.
The government has, however, maintained that the measures are necessary to maintain law and order and to prevent the spread of the virus. The police have also been given increased powers to deal with the situation, with reports of arbitrary arrests and detention being made.
The incident involving the policeman and the female protester has sparked a fresh wave of protests in the region, with many calling for the government to take immediate action to address the situation. The government has, however, maintained that the situation is under control and that the necessary measures are being taken to ensure the safety and security of the people.
The incident has also sparked a debate about the role of security forces in maintaining law and order in the region. Many have questioned the excessive use of force by security forces and have called for more peaceful and humane methods of dealing with protesters.
The incident is a stark reminder of the need for the government to take a more nuanced and empathetic approach to addressing the situation in Jammu and Kashmir. The government must ensure that the security forces are trained to deal with protesters in a humane and peaceful manner, and that the people of the region are given a sense of security and stability.
In conclusion, the incident involving the policeman and the female protester is a shocking reminder of the rising tensions in Jammu and Kashmir. The government must take immediate action to address the situation and to ensure that the security forces are used in a way that is consistent with human rights and international law.
