SIT Formed to Probe Assassination Attempt on Farooq Abdullah in Jammu
Jammu and Kashmir Police have constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the recent assassination attempt on National Conference president Farooq Abdullah. Officials confirmed the development on Saturday, highlighting the seriousness of the case.
Details of the Incident
On Wednesday night, Farooq Abdullah, a former Chief Minister, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt while leaving a marriage function at the Royal Park banquet hall in the Greater Kailash area of Jammu. A gunman, identified as 63-year-old Kamal Singh, opened fire from behind, but prompt action by police personnel foiled the attack. Singh was overpowered and arrested on the spot, with a revolver recovered from his possession.
Police Response and Investigation
Jammu Zone Inspector General of Police Bhim Sen Tuti ordered the formation of the SIT, citing the seriousness and sensitivity of the case. The team, supervised by a Deputy Inspector General of the Jammu-Samba-Kathua range, includes:
- Senior Superintendent of Police Sanjay Sharma
- Superintendent of Police, headquarters (Jammu) Irshad Hussain Rather
- Deputy Superintendent of Police Arvind Kumar Sambyal
- Inspectors Saroop Singh, Paramjeet Singh, Sanjeev Chib, and Shariq Majeed
A case has been registered under Section 109 BNS and Section 3/25 of the Arms Act at Police Station Gangyal, Jammu. The police order, issued on March 12 and shared on Saturday, mandates that the SIT complete the investigation promptly and thoroughly, adhering to statutory timeframes.
Context and Implications
This incident underscores ongoing security challenges in Jammu and Kashmir, with political figures like Farooq Abdullah facing threats. The National Conference has condemned the attack, calling for enhanced protection measures. The investigation aims to uncover motives and ensure justice, reflecting broader efforts to maintain law and order in the region.
