No Justification For Targeting Civilians: Omar Abdullah Urges End To Violence After Srinagar Grenade Attack

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed deep concern following a grenade attack that injured at least 12 people near a crowded market in Srinagar on Sunday.

In his statement on X, Abdullah highlighted the recent surge in violence across the union territory, with attacks and encounters dominating headlines.

Condemning the targeting of civilians, he emphasized that “there can be no justification for targeting innocent civilians.” He urged the security forces to intensify efforts to curb the recent spate of violence, stressing the need for swift action to restore a sense of safety among residents.

“The last few days have been dominated by headlines of attacks & encounters in parts of the valley. Today’s news of a grenade attack on innocent shoppers at the ‘Sunday market’ in Srinagar is deeply disturbing.

Jammu & Kashmir: Grenade Attack In Srinagar Sunday Market Leaves Several Injured

The security apparatus must do everything possible to end this spurt of attacks at the earliest so that people can go about their lives without any fear,” Abdullah wrote.

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