Farooq Abdullah Questions Border Security Amid Rising J&K Terrorist Infiltrations

National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah expresses concern over increasing terrorist encounters in Jammu and Kashmir. He questions the effectiveness of heavy military deployment on the borders and calls for unity among party workers to counter oppression. Abdullah also criticizes BJP's attempts to alter the region's demographic character.

Expressing concern over growing encounters between terrorists and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir, National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah on Sunday questioned the infiltration of terrorists from across the border despite heavy military deployment.

'There is so much military deployed on the borders (in Jammu and Kashmir), which I feel is not there in any other country but still they (terrorists) are managing to sneak into this side,' Abdullah said addressing party workers in Kishtwar district of Chenab valley.

'They are all in close collaboration, united for our destruction,' he added. Former Chief Minister Abdullah is currently on a week-long tour of the valley, including Doda and Ramban districts, to engage with grassroots party workers and ensure robust preparations for the upcoming Assembly elections.

Abdullah highlighted the rising concern among people due to the increasing news of terrorist encounters across Jammu and Kashmir. Seeking unity among the party's file and rank, he emphasized that overcoming oppression requires united efforts.

'We must unite mentally and physically for the future of Jammu and Kashmir without any discrimination on the basis of religion, region, caste, and creed,' he said. In a veiled attack on BJP, Abdullah accused the party of attempting to change the Muslim-majority character of the union territory.

'We have preferred Mahatma Gandhi's India over Pakistan at the time of the partition. Our future is linked with this country and we will continue our efforts to ensure we live with dignity and honour,' he asserted. He also urged for a change in the current leadership, accusing them of insincerity and warning against traitors within the party ranks.

(With inputs from agencies.)