CPI(M) leader Mohd Yousuf Tarigami on Thursday condemned the killing of a policeman in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, stating that harassing innocent people will not aid in tracing anti-social elements. His remarks came after authorities detained over 3,500 suspected over-ground workers across the Kashmir Valley since the incident on Wednesday.
Details of the Incident
The policeman was killed in Anantnag on Wednesday, triggering a massive crackdown by security forces. According to reports from PTI, the police have intensified searches and detentions to identify and apprehend those responsible for the killing. Tarigami, a prominent leader of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) in the region, expressed concern over the approach of law enforcement agencies.
Tarigami's Appeal
Tarigami warned that targeting innocent civilians would not yield results in catching the perpetrators. He urged the administration to focus on intelligence-based operations rather than collective punishment. The CPI(M) leader has previously spoken out against human rights violations in the region.
Security Response
Since the killing, over 3,500 individuals suspected of being over-ground workers for militant groups have been detained across Kashmir. The police have stated that the detentions are part of a thorough investigation to dismantle the network supporting militants. The move has drawn criticism from civil rights groups, who argue that it targets ordinary citizens.
Broader Context
The killing marks another escalation in the ongoing security challenges in Jammu and Kashmir. The region has witnessed periodic violence, with security forces frequently conducting cordon-and-search operations. Tarigami's call for a more measured approach reflects the growing concern over the human cost of counter-insurgency measures.
