Farooq Abdullah Must Apologise for Pro-Pak Remarks: VHP
Vinod Bansal slams Abdullah’s alleged pro-Pakistan remarks and calls for legal action if no apology is issued
- VHP spokesperson demands apology from Farooq Abdullah
- Bansal criticises alleged pro-Pakistan remarks
- Legal action sought if no apology follows
- Jammu and Kashmir CM asked to clarify position
GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 25th Oct: Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) national spokesperson Vinod Bansal has demanded an apology from veteran Jammu and Kashmir leader Farooq Abdullah over remarks he described as pro-Pakistan, calling them objectionable and contrary to India’s national interests.
In a statement, Bansal criticised Abdullah for allegedly praising Pakistan, accusing the neighbouring country of repeatedly attacking India, supporting terrorism and attempting to disrupt peace in Jammu and Kashmir.
Bansal questioned the rationale behind portraying Pakistan as a well-wisher of Kashmiris, arguing that its actions had contributed to instability in the region. He also referred to the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A, claiming that the changes had helped curb infiltration and accelerate development in Jammu and Kashmir.
He credited the Centre’s firm policy towards Pakistan with strengthening peace, stability and development in the region. Bansal maintained that praising Pakistan while presenting it as a protector of Kashmiris was unacceptable.
The VHP spokesperson urged Abdullah to apologise publicly for the remarks. He further called for legal action under applicable laws if an apology was not forthcoming.
Bansal also called on the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister to clarify his position, questioning whether he supported Abdullah’s alleged stance towards Pakistan or stood firmly with India.
Raising further concerns, Bansal questioned whether such statements could mislead Kashmiri youth or be linked to efforts to promote political change against the elected establishment. However, he did not provide evidence to substantiate the allegation of a conspiracy.
The statement comes amid continuing political debate over Jammu and Kashmir’s security, Pakistan’s role in the region and the impact of the constitutional changes introduced in 2019.
