Srinagar ,
Communist Party of India (M) General Secretary, Sitaram Yechury on Tuesday welcomed the release of National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah from nearly eight-month detention.
In a statement, Yechury demanded the release of PDP president Mehbooba Mufti, Shah Faesal and other political detainees. “After eight long months of totally unjustifiable detention, we welcome the release of Omar Abdullah. Immediately, Mehbooba Mufti, Shah Faesal and thousands of others detained in and outside J&K must be freed,” he said.
Yechury also demanded the restoration of 4G Internet service in Kashmir, saying it was imperative in view of the Covid-19 breakout. “Given the nation-wide clampdown over COVID19, this is an imperative. Internet, the lifeline for support and information at a time like this, cannot be limited in Kashmir. They should get full, unfettered and speedy access to the net,” he added.
