Police summon Iltija Mufti for ‘assault’ on officer during Article 370 demonstration
PDP leader Iltija Mufti has been summoned by police following an alleged assault on an officer during a protest regarding the anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370. Both the police and the PDP leader have exchanged allegations of physical mistreatment.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing political tensions in Jammu and Kashmir and the contentious relationship between local political figures and law enforcement.
PDP leader Iltija Mufti has been summoned by police to join investigation into an alleged assault on a police officer during her party's protest against abrogation of Article 370 two days ago, officials said in Srinagar on Thursday (August 6, 2026).
Police have claimed that Ms. Iltija Mufti physically assaulted a police officer while he was discharging his lawful duties.
"She is further alleged to have grabbed the officer and bitten his forearm, causing a bleeding bite injury," they said.
The police said the scuffle took place when Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti led a sit-in outside the party office demanding restoration of special status to Jammu and Kashmir on the night of August 4, the eve of seventh anniversary of reading down of Article 370.
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