Legislators from the National Conference, Congress, and PDP have united in calling for a judicial investigation into the March 31 Ganderbal encounter, citing conflicting narratives and demands for the deceased's body return.
Assembly Chaos Over Ganderbal Encounter
Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed heated exchanges on April 4 as opposition parties demanded a judicial probe into the March 31 Arhama forest incident.
- National Conference, Congress, and PDP members jointly demanded a judicial inquiry.
- MLAs condemned the killing and urged Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather to issue a statement.
- Family of the deceased, Rashid Ahmad Mughal, contested the army's claim of terrorism.
Conflicting Narratives on the Incident
The Army identified Rashid Ahmad Mughal as a terrorist killed during a gun battle in Arhama forests. - afhow
However, the family alleged:
- Mughal had no terror links.
- The encounter was staged.
- His body was withheld from proper burial.
Lieutenant Governor Orders Inquiry
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has ordered a magisterial inquiry into the matter.
"I have ordered a thorough and impartial magisterial inquiry into the Arhama, Ganderbal incident. The inquiry will examine all aspects related to the incident and ensure that justice is served," Sinha stated.
