Srinagar, 02 Nov(KNS): The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference General Secretary and MLA Khanyar Ali Muhammad Sagar Saturday expressed deep concern over the worsening security situation in Kashmir, calling for increased accountability to address escalating incidents of encounters.

In a statement released from the party headquarters, Sagar condemned the attack in the strongest possible terms, emphasizing that NC has always stood against violence in all its forms and manifestations. "Our party president has time and again denounced violence. Such acts only leave behind a trail of chaos and destruction."

Demanding a thorough investigation into the recent surge of attacks across Kashmir, especially the one that occurred in the heart of the city in Khanyar, Sagar said, “The increase in attacks, particularly in such a prominent location, calls into question the validity of claims suggesting a decline in militancy following the abrogation of Articles 370, 35A.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelThe Home Ministry, responsible for maintaining law and order through the LG, must address these issues transparently and shed light on the reasons behind this alarming spike. Despite having peaceful elections, both at the local and national level, why are we now witnessing a rise in attacks? This matter demands a comprehensive investigation to uncover the truth."

Sagar emphasized the importance of the district and divisional administration providing compensation to households whose properties were affected in the collateral damage. He stressed the need for a fair and timely compensation plan to be implemented before the onset of winter.(KNS).