Farooq Abdullah tells Pakistan to end terrorism and pursue dialogue
The National Conference president asserted that Jammu and Kashmir will always remain a part of India despite recent security challenges.
National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Thursday asked Pakistan to end terrorism and choose the path of dialogue to find a solution. According to the Deccan Herald, Abdullah's remarks came following a terrorist attack in Kulgam on Wednesday that injured three CRPF personnel and the recovery of the bodies of two missing Special Police Officers in Kishtwar.
Addressing reporters in Jammu, Abdullah stated that militants would never achieve their objectives through violence. He said that those who believe such attacks will allow them to take Kashmir are living in a misconception. He reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir was, is, and will always remain a part of India.
The former Chief Minister expressed regret regarding claims made in Delhi that terrorism has ended. He reminded officials that terrorism is still present and that ways must be found to eliminate it. Abdullah noted that no one knows where the next attack will happen.
Abdullah also clarified previous comments made at a convention in Baramulla, which he said were misunderstood. He explained he was referring to the history of atrocities committed during the tribal invasion. He argued that while Pakistan raises the Kashmir issue at various forums, that history is not being told to children in India.
The NC chief suggested that war is not a solution to problems, citing the destruction seen in Ukraine and Iran. He called for the revival of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) to facilitate regional cooperation and dialogue.
