National Conference leader Omar Abdullah Wednesday questioned the “silence” of Prime Minister Narendra Modi about incidents of violence against Kashmiris in some parts of the country in the aftermath of the recent attack on a CRPF convoy in Pulwama.
“Dear PM @narendramodi sahib, can we please have a few words of condemnation for the systematic attacks directed against Kashmiri students and others or does your concern not extend as far north as Kashmir?” Omar asked in a series of tweets.
The former chief minister was commenting on a video, which has gone viral on social media, showing a Kashmir man being beaten up in Kolkata.
“Having seen the video doing the rounds on social media of a young Kashmiri man being beaten up in Kolkata I’ve been in touch with @derekobrienmp and @MamataOfficial regarding the matter. The culprits have been identified and strongest possible action has been assured,” Omar wrote.
“The young man being beaten has also been contacted by the administration and is being looked after. Am grateful for the swift response @MamataOfficial didi,” he added.
Omar also expressed his gratitude to Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh for ensuring safety of Kashmiris in his state.
“A special thanks to @capt_amarinder Sahib for his statesmanship in ensuring security and safety for Kashmiris,” he said.
Commenting on a cartoon published in a local daily depicting the help provided by Sikhs to Kashmiris over the past few days, Omar lauded the efforts of the community.
“This cartoon is very apt. The Sikh sangat has gone above and beyond the call of duty in reaching out and helping Kashmiris in distress, whether in Jammu or outside the state,” he added.