Srinagar, Dec 9 (KNS): In a distressing incident at the Geeta Jayanti Fair in Kurukshetra, Haryana, a Kashmiri cloth vendor was targeted and attacked by miscreants, sparking outrage. The assault, which highlights the serious issue of communal disharmony and intolerance, has been strongly condemned by Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party (JKAP) president Altaf Bukhari. 

Bukhari described the attack as shameful and called for immediate legal action against the perpetrators. He emphasized the importance of upholding the country's secular and democratic fabric, stating, "Strict legal action is necessary to prevent such acts in the future and uphold the rule of law." 

In a silver lining to the unfortunate event, locals, reportedly from the Hindu community, intervened and rescued the vendor, showcasing a commitment to the values of coexistence and brotherhood.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelBukhari commended this act, noting that the vast majority of communities in India believe in communal harmony and peaceful coexistence. 

The JKAP leader urged authorities to treat the incident with the utmost seriousness, ensuring justice is served. "These values are essential to protect the country’s secular and democratic spirit," he remarked. (KNS)