Assassination Bid on Farooq Abdullah Sparks Statehood Debate in Rajya Sabha

The assassination attempt on former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah prompted intense debates in the Rajya Sabha, with opposition parties attributing the incident to the state's loss of autonomy. The Centre assured a thorough probe, emphasizing the seriousness of the threat against Abdullah.

Leader of the Opposition, Mallikarjun Kharge, highlighted concerns over Abdullah's security post-revocation of statehood, alleging conspiracies against leaders advocating secularism and national unity. The Congress accused the government of inadequate security measures.

Union Minister J P Nadda promised a complete investigation, aiming to determine the assailant's motives while criticizing the political exploitation of the incident. Meanwhile, calls for enhanced security for Abdullah resonated, underscoring ongoing tensions regarding Kashmir's governance.