Umar Abdullah Strongly Reacts to Stone-Pelting Incident on Jammu-Kashmir Bus in Haryana

Security concerns have risen again in a united India as stones and bricks were thrown at a Jammu-Kashmir registered sleeper bus near Kurukshetra in Haryana, injuring an elderly passenger. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Umar Abdullah reacted sharply on social media, urging the Haryana government to take strict action against the culprits.

Detailed Account of the Incident

At the time of the incident, the bus was traveling from Delhi to Srinagar. Near a roadside eatery close to Kurukshetra, two local youths – Mohit and Sawan – threw stones and bricks at the passengers on the bus. One elderly passenger was injured in the attack, while other passengers described the assault as a hate-motivated crime.

Preliminary Police Investigation

Haryana police stated that initial investigations found no indication of targeting any specific community or individual. According to the police, a dispute over parking occurred between the driver of a Bolero vehicle and the bus driver, which escalated into violence. Based on information from the roadside eatery owner, an FIR was registered and two suspects were taken into custody.

Umar Abdullah’s Response

Umar Abdullah wrote on his Twitter account (@OmarAbdullah) that the Jammu and Kashmir government stands with the affected passengers and is closely monitoring the situation. He urged Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini to take swift and strict action against the perpetrators. Abdullah said, “This unfortunate incident should not have happened” and “Such incidents must not recur.”

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Response from Haryana Government

Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini assured prompt and strict action regarding the incident. He stated that the police have detained two suspects and a thorough investigation is underway. The Saini government affirmed that all legal measures will be taken to ensure the culprits receive severe punishment.

National Conference’s Comment

National Conference spokesperson Imran Nabi Dar described the incident as a hate-motivated crime. He said the attack frightened the families on the bus and called it a deadly assault on innocent people. Dar demanded strict action against the offenders.

Key Points

• Stones and bricks were thrown at a Jammu-Kashmir registered sleeper bus near Kurukshetra.
• An elderly passenger was injured; several passengers called it a hate-motivated crime.
• Haryana police detained two local youths – Mohit and Sawan.
• Umar Abdullah urged the Haryana government to take strict action.
• Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini assured swift action.
• National Conference labeled the incident as a hate-motivated crime.

Following the incident, the governments and police agencies of both states are working together to expedite the investigation and ensure punishment for the culprits. Discussions are also ongoing about strengthening security measures to prevent such violence.