Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah Demands Revocation of Indus Water Treaty Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has strongly demanded the permanent revocation of the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan, calling it a violation of the region’s rights. He also raised concerns about the safety of Kashmiri Pandits and the delayed restoration of statehood for the region. Abdullah’s remarks came in response to a Pakistani prime minister’s warning that withholding water would lead to bloodshed, to which he countered by asserting that the water dispute has cost the region’s people their blood. Abdullah emphasized that the treaty has historically deprived Kashmiris of their rightful access to the Indus River system, accusing Pakistan of exploiting the agreement to siphon off the region’s water resources. He cited the 2025 Pahalgam attack as a pivotal moment that underscored the need to cancel the treaty, stating that the rivers of Jammu and Kashmir belong to the local people and should not be subject to external control. The CM also criticized the Indian government for failing to fulfill its promise of granting Jammu and Kashmir full statehood, which he referred to as the “Super Promise.” He questioned why Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s pledge to restore statehood had not been realized, framing it as an ongoing struggle rather than a resolved issue. Abdullah warned that the movement for statehood would not be silenced, vowing to continue pushing for its realization. Abdullah highlighted the growing threat to Kashmiri Pandits, noting that security agencies have received reports of targeted attacks and intimidation. He urged authorities to take these threats seriously, citing a history of violence against the community.#jammu_and_kashmir #omar_abdullah #akali_dal #kashmiri_pandits #indus_water_treaty
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann Condemns Akali Opposition to Anti-Sacrilege Law Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann accused the Akali Dal of opposing the state’s anti-sacrilege legislation due to their awareness of past misdeeds, during a public address in Faridkot on June 28, 2026. Mann stated that the Akalis’ resistance to the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026, stems from their knowledge that they must face consequences for previous actions. He emphasized that the law aims to deter future sacrilegious acts against the Guru Granth Sahib, a revered religious text in Sikhism. Mann highlighted the Akalis’ historical involvement in incidents of sacrilege, including the theft of a “bir” (copy) of the Guru Granth Sahib from Burj Jawahar Singh Wala gurdwara in 2015, the posting of handwritten sacrilegious posters in Bargari and Burj Jawahar Singh Wala, and the discovery of torn pages of the holy book scattered at Bargari. These events, he said, had sparked widespread protests and even led to police firing that resulted in two deaths in Behbal Kalan and injuries in Kotkapura. Mann argued that the Akalis’ current opposition to the law is an attempt to avoid accountability for these past actions. The Punjab Assembly passed the anti-sacrilege amendment bill on April 13, 2026, which includes provisions for stricter penalties, such as life imprisonment for sacrilege against the Guru Granth Sahib. Mann praised the law’s careful drafting to prevent future loopholes and ensure its effectiveness in curbing anti-social behavior. He also credited the state government’s efforts to address the issue, stating that the legislation was enacted after consultations with legal experts and with divine guidance.#punjab_chief_minister_bhagwant_mann #akali_dal #faridkot #burj_jawahar_singh_wala_gurdwara
