Waris Fayaz
Jammu, Mar 31 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday expressed concern over the withdrawal of security from the National Conference headquarters, Nawa-e-Subh, in Srinagar, terming the move “quite surprising” in the backdrop of a recent attack on the NC President Dr Farooq Abdullah.
Speaking on the issue, the Chief Minister, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said the decision to scale down security came at a time when people across the region were condemning the attack and raising concerns over the safety of political leaders.
He said the timing of the withdrawal has raised questions, especially when the threat perception continues to remain a matter of public discussion. “It is quite surprising that security was withdrawn under such circumstances,” he said.
The Chief Minister added that there is a need for clarity from the concerned authorities regarding the intent behind the decision—(KNO)
