Grand Mufti condemns Delhi, Nowgam blasts, calls for unity, fair probe

Srinagar : The Grand Mufti of Jammu and Kashmir, Mufti Nisar-ul-Islam, on Monday strongly denounced the recent explosions in Delhi and Nowgam, terming the loss of innocent lives a tragedy for all humanity.

Addressing media persons at his Srinagar office, the Grand Mufti said terrorism has no link with any faith or civilisation and must be condemned in one voice. “Violence in any form is against the very spirit of religion and humanity,” he said, as per the news agency.

Expressing concern over reports of Kashmiri students and traders being harassed outside the region, Mufti said it was unfair to paint an entire community with one brush. “Our youth engaged in education and trade deserve dignity, security and an atmosphere of trust, not fear,” he added.

He recalled that during the Pahalgam terror incident, people across the valley had unitedly condemned the attack, which he said reflected Kashmir’s deep-rooted culture of peace, tolerance and brotherhood.

Calling for a transparent and impartial probe into the Delhi and Nowgam blasts, Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam said the investigating agencies must bring the facts before the public to prevent misinformation and suspicion.

The Grand Mufti also criticised the proposed 20 per cent hike in electricity tariff, calling it “anti-people” and “unjustified” at a time when citizens are “already facing economic stress and unemployment”. He urged the government to reconsider the decision in the interest of the common man.

The Grand Mufti prayed for lasting peace, communal harmony and prosperity across Jammu and Kashmir and the country—(KNO)