J&K Leaders Urge Centre to Act on 52,000 Hajj Slot Cut
Tensions are running high in Jammu and Kashmir as leaders from both the ruling and opposition parties have come together to urge the Centre to take immediate action to address the distress caused by Saudi Arabia’s cancellation of 52,000 Hajj slots for Indian pilgrims. The sudden move has left thousands of devotees from the Valley and other parts of the country in a state of uncertainty and anxiety.
The cancellation of these slots has sparked widespread outrage and concern, with many expressing their disappointment and frustration at the sudden turn of events. The situation has also raised questions about the preparedness of the authorities to handle the crisis and the measures they plan to take to restore the cancelled slots.
In the midst of this uproar, leaders from Jammu and Kashmir have joined forces to call upon the Centre to intervene and take swift action to ease the distress caused by the cancellation. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, along with PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti, has appealed to the Centre to take immediate steps to restore the cancelled slots and ensure that the Hajj pilgrimage goes ahead smoothly.
Omar Abdullah, in a statement, said that the Centre must take immediate action to address the concerns of the pilgrims and ensure that their rights are protected. “The cancellation of Hajj slots is a matter of great concern for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, and we urge the Centre to take immediate action to address this issue,” he said.
Mehbooba Mufti, the PDP chief, also echoed similar sentiments, saying that the Centre must intervene and take swift action to restore the cancelled slots. “The cancellation of Hajj slots is a huge setback for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, and we urge the Centre to take immediate action to address this issue,” she said.
National Conference President Farooq Abdullah also appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to speak with Saudi Arabia and restore the quota for Indian pilgrims. “The Centre must take immediate action to address the concerns of the pilgrims and ensure that their rights are protected,” he said.
The cancellation of these slots has not only caused distress among the pilgrims but has also raised questions about the preparedness of the authorities to handle the crisis. The sudden move has left thousands of devotees in a state of uncertainty and anxiety, with many expressing their disappointment and frustration at the sudden turn of events.
The situation has also raised concerns about the impact it may have on the economy of the Valley, which heavily relies on the Hajj pilgrimage. The cancellation of these slots is expected to have a significant impact on the local economy, with many businesses and industries likely to be affected.
In the midst of this crisis, the Centre has been criticized for its inaction and lack of preparedness to handle the situation. Many have accused the Centre of being complacent and failing to take immediate action to address the concerns of the pilgrims.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen what steps the Centre will take to address the concerns of the pilgrims and restore the cancelled slots. The situation is a stark reminder of the importance of effective communication and coordination between the Centre and the states, particularly when it comes to sensitive issues like the Hajj pilgrimage.
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