Mirwaiz decries child safety lapse after Budgam minor’s rape & murder
Srinagar: Senior All Parties Hurriyat Conference leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has expressed deep shock and grief over the rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Galwanpora area of Budgam district, in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir describing the incident as “heartbreaking and deeply disturbing”.
According to Kashmir Media Service, in a post on X, the Mirwaiz called for a transparent, thorough, and time-bound investigation. He said he was anguished over the death of the minor, who had gone missing while on her way to a Darsgah. He stated that the circumstances surrounding the incident had shaken the conscience of society and raised serious questions about the safety of children.
“The tragedy has raised serious concerns about the safety of children and underscored the growing vulnerability of children and women in society,” Mirwaiz said.
Questioning the state of society, he said it was deeply troubling that children could no longer feel safe even while travelling to seek education and religious guidance. He added that such incidents spread fear, grief, and anxiety among people and called for serious introspection at every level.
Mirwaiz demanded that those responsible for the “heinous act” be identified, brought to justice, and awarded the strictest punishment under the law.
He also expressed solidarity with the bereaved family and prayed for peace to the departed soul.
