Slams growing suspicion of Kashmiris
Srinagar, Nov 19: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that Jammu and Kashmir has seen enough bloodshed over the last more than 30 years, which must stop now.
Speaking to the reporters, CM Omar said the Centre claimed that such a situation would stop after 2019, but that didn’t happen. “Why has it hasn’t it happened? Those responsible for security should answer,” he said, adding, “We don’t have control over security.”
He added, “What can we say about the present situation? If it is not exploding in Delhi, then it explodes in Kashmir. I visited the families of five victims yesterday. Today, I am visiting two more families. We want such bloodshed to stop. Jammu and Kashmir, especially the valley, has seen enough bloodshed in the last more than 30 years.”
Earlier, addressing a gathering, the Chief Minister said that a few people are responsible for the Delhi terror blast. “But an atmosphere was being created as if all of us were guilty, as if we were all involved. I don’t even like saying what I am saying. But the truth is the truth,” he said.
Abdullah said driving a Jammu and Kashmir-registered vehicle in Delhi is considered a crime. “I even have to think whether I would take out my car without security or not. I don’t know who will stop me and ask where I am from and what I am doing there,” he said, adding that the families are now reluctant to send their children outside the valley as the people from J&K are being looked at with suspicion.
Notably, CM Abdullah inaugurated a two-day J&K Business & Trade Fair organised by the District Administration Kulgam in collaboration with Mission YUVA. The fair aims to promote entrepreneurship and provide a platform for business innovation and growth for businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs.
After formally inaugurating the event, the Chief Minister inspected various stalls established by entrepreneurs and business establishments. He interacted with the participants and lauded their contribution towards promoting business enterprises and generating livelihood opportunities in the district.
Addressing the gathering, Omar said that while the government is working to create jobs, it is not possible to provide government employment to everyone. Therefore, it is essential to create self-employment avenues, and schemes like Mission YUVA have been devised to fulfil this objective, he said.
Highlighting the importance of trade fairs, Omar said they play a crucial role in strengthening the economy by offering emerging entrepreneurs opportunities to showcase their talent, connect with wider markets, and expand their business networks.
