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
The recent surge in threats against Kashmiri Pandits has reignited fears of violence in the region, with a chilling letter circulated among community members warning of potential attacks. This comes amid heightened tensions following two recent incidents in South Kashmir, where a Jammu and Kashmir police constable and two migrant laborers from Chhattisgarh were killed. The letter, attributed to the United Liberation Council (ULC), a banned militant group linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, echoes past patterns of intimidation that have left a legacy of trauma for the community. The ULC’s message, which surfaced just weeks after the attacks, serves as a grim reminder of the 2021-2022 period when the Resistance Front, another banned group, targeted Kashmiri Pandits, migrant laborers, and journalists with similar threats. These warnings culminated in the killing of prominent Pandit Makhon Lal Bindrue, whose pharmacy was renowned for its quality medicines. The current letter, however, has intensified anxiety, with some community members reporting that they have been instructed to vacate their homes or businesses by local police, citing the need to prevent a repeat of past violence. The situation has exposed the fragility of security measures in the region. Despite the government’s claims that the removal of Article 370 in 2019 had eradicated militancy, the recent attacks and threats suggest otherwise. Authorities have deployed central paramilitary forces, including the Border Security Force (BSF), to bolster security ahead of the Republic Day celebrations, but many feel these efforts are insufficient. A senior police official acknowledged that increased patrols and the presence of security forces have provided some reassurance, yet the underlying fear persists.#jammu_and_kashmir #amit_shah #kashmiri_pandits #united_liberation_council #resistance_front
