Protests Erupt in Ganderbal Over Inquiry Report and Civilian Death
Protesters hit streets, seek Ganderbal probe report, youth’s body
The Hindu
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Protests have intensified in Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir, demanding the release of a magisterial inquiry report regarding an April 1 encounter where the Army claimed to have killed a terrorist. The family of the deceased, identified as Raashid Ahmad Mughal, insists he was a civilian, leading to public outcry.
- 01Protests in Ganderbal district demand transparency on the inquiry report.
- 02The Army's claim of killing a terrorist is disputed by the victim's family.
- 03Raashid Ahmad Mughal was identified as a civilian with no militant links.
- 04His body was buried in a graveyard designated for militants.
- 05The incident has sparked significant public unrest in the region.
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Protests erupted in Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Friday, as residents demanded the release of a magisterial inquiry report into an encounter that occurred on April 1. The Army had reported the killing of a terrorist in the Arhama forest area, but the family of the deceased, Raashid Ahmad Mughal, contends that he was a civilian with no connections to militancy. Mughal, a resident of Chuntwaliwar village in Ganderbal's Lar area, was buried in a graveyard in Baramulla district designated for militants, further fueling public anger. The Lieutenant Governor-led administration's perceived lack of transparency regarding the inquiry has led to widespread protests, reflecting the community's demand for justice and accountability.
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The protests highlight community concerns over military actions and the need for accountability, affecting local trust in security forces.
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