'Our neighbour protecting us': Farooq makes shocking remark on J&K; BJP hits back
Farooq Abdullah, chief of the National Conference, sparked controversy by suggesting Pakistan is protecting Kashmiris from India's intentions. The BJP responded by defending the revocation of Article 370 and highlighting the integration of Jammu and Kashmir into India.
Why it matters
The exchange underscores the ongoing, highly polarized debate regarding the political status of Jammu and Kashmir and India-Pakistan relations.
NEW DELHI: National Conference (NC) chief Farooq Abdullah sparked a row on Saturday by crediting the "neighbour" - a reference to Pakistan - with “saving” the lives of the people of Kashmir.“The neighbour (Pakistan) is going to many places and talking about Kashmiris. That is why the people of Jammu and Kashmir are being saved. Otherwise, India's intentions towards Kashmiris are not right,” Abdullah remarked while addressing a party workers’ convention in Baramulla.Also Read | 'Hope no Operation Sindoor ever again': Farooq Abdullah on India-Pakistan; suggests improving tiesHe also claimed that the Centre was “silent” on Jammu and Kashmir due to “global pressure.”"What can you expect from Delhi? Do you expect them to deliver justice for you? Have the courage to fight, or you will be wiped out, and your identity will disappear. They (government of India) are silent today because of the pressure from the world.
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