Srinagar, July 16 (JKNS): Mirwaiz Kashmir Molvi Muhammad Umar Farooq has expressed deep anguish over the reported loss of civilian and police lives during the ongoing unrest across the Line of Control (LoC), particularly in Rawalakot and Poonch, urging the Government of Pakistan, local authorities and protesting groups to resolve differences through dialogue and consultation rather than confrontation.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, in a post on X, as per news agency JKNS, expressed deep sorrow and pain over reports of the loss of civilian lives and police personnel in the continuing unrest on the other side of the Line of Control, especially in Rawalakot and Poonch.
In a post on X Mirwaiz said, “Deeply saddened and pained by reports of loss of life of civilians and police personnel in the continuing unrest on the other side of the LOC, especially in Rawalakot and Poonch. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families and all those affected by these tragic events.
I am also concerned by the ongoing discussions regarding representation and the constitutional and political status of the large number of Kashmiri State Subjects residing in Pakistan. Questions touching upon identity, representation and political rights require sensitivity, dialogue and broad public confidence.
The legitimacy and strength of any system of governance rests ultimately upon the consent, trust and confidence of the people it serves. Our history and our shared social, cultural and family ties across the Line of Control remind us that happenings in one part of Jammu and Kashmir are deeply felt in another, and among our diaspora communities around the world.
My family has longstanding historical associations with the social, educational, religious and political development of communities across Jammu and Kashmir, including those on the other side of the LOC.
As I continue to hear expressions of anguish and distress from people across the LOC reaching out regarding the unrest, I urge the Government of Pakistan and the local government there to prioritise dialogue, restraint and engagement, resolving differences through consultation and accommodation rather than confrontation, with respect for human rights and the sanctity of human life remaining paramount.
I also appeal to protesting parties to exercise wisdom and responsibility. Both need to work towards restoring peace and public confidence at the earliest.
I pray for lasting peace and stability for all the people of Jammu and Kashmir on both sides of the LOC and for its resolution.” (JKNS)
