Pays tributes to victims; bats for peace in global conflicts, backs women reservation
Srinagar, Apr 21: Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday termed the Pahalgam terror attack a major setback for Jammu and Kashmir as he paid tributes to those who lost their lives in the incident last year.
Speaking to reporters, as per news agency Kashmir News Corner (KNC), Abdullah said he wishes to pay homage to all those who were killed, particularly those who stood up against terrorism.
Commenting on the proposed second round of US-Iran talks, he expressed optimism that continued dialogue would eventually lead to peace, stating that there is no alternative to peaceful resolution.
“Multiple rounds of talks may take place, but peace will ultimately prevail. The world can only be saved through peace,” he said.
On the Women Reservation Bill, the NC president said his party is not opposed to reservation, recalling that the bill, when introduced in 2023, was passed with a majority. (KNC)
