Haryana CM Responds to Omar Abdullah Amid Stone-Pelting Incident on Kashmir-Bound Bus

Chandigarh, October 18 (Daily Kiran) : Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini has responded to his Jammu and Kashmir counterpart, Omar Abdullah, following a recent incident where a bus traveling from Delhi to Srinagar was reportedly attacked with stones. The incident has raised concerns about safety and potential hate crimes.

Saini assured the public that the state government is prioritizing the safety of all citizens and visitors to Haryana. He stated that the Haryana police acted swiftly, resulting in the arrest of two suspects connected to the incident.

The discussion began when Abdullah shared a report on social media platform ‘X’, highlighting allegations that stones and bricks were thrown at the bus near Kurukshetra, which he labeled a potential hate crime.

In his response, Saini emphasized the commitment of the Haryana government to maintain law and order. He wrote on ‘X’, “The safety of every citizen and every person visiting the state is our top priority. Omar Abdullah, the Haryana police have ensured immediate action in this case.”

Clarifying the circumstances of the incident, Saini explained that police investigations revealed the altercation stemmed from a dispute between two drivers over parking. He confirmed that an FIR has been filed, and both suspects are in custody, with further legal proceedings underway.

Earlier, Abdullah expressed his concerns regarding the incident and urged the Haryana government and police to take strict action against those responsible. He remarked on ‘X’, “This unfortunate incident should never have happened. I hope the Haryana government under Naib Singh Saini will apprehend the culprits and take measures to prevent such events in the future.”

Additionally, Imran Nabi Dar, spokesperson for the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, condemned the attack and called for accountability. He noted that an elderly Kashmiri man was injured in the incident, leaving the family feeling helpless and afraid. Dar urged Haryana police to take cognizance of the situation, identify the culprits, and ensure appropriate legal action is taken against them.