Says Allah saved him, Dr Farooq Abdullah, Dy CM Surinder Choudhary safe; investigation underway
Nadeem Nadu
Jammu, Mar 11 : Senior National Conference leader and Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani on Wednesday reacted to the gunshot incident reported during a wedding ceremony in Jammu where NC president Dr Farooq Abdullah and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary were present.
Speaking to reporters, Advisor Wani, as per news agency Kashmir News Corner — KNC, said the situation could have turned serious but no harm was caused.
“He tried to fire his revolver at Dr Farooq Abdullah, but Allah saved him. Allah did a great favour. The Deputy Chief Minister of J&K was also present at the wedding and Dr Farooq Abdullah was there as well,” Wani said.
Responding to questions about security arrangements, he said it was too early to reach any conclusion.
“They will have to see what the arrangements were and what was not. It is too early to comment on it. The matter is under investigation and the truth will come out,” he added.
Wani further said the accused has been arrested and the investigation has just begun.
“Allah did a great favour. Everything was saved. Dr Farooq Abdullah is fine and in good spirits. He is resting now and InshaAllah we will meet tomorrow,” he said. (KNC)
