Altaf Bukhari expresses concern over recurrence of mysterious illness in Rajouri

Srinagar, June 10: Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party (JKAP) president Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Tuesday expressed deep concern over reports that 35 people have been hospitalized after falling ill due to a mysterious disease in a village in Rajouri. He urged for a thorough investigation and immediate medical response in the affected village.

Bukhari wrote on his X handle: “It’s happening again in Rajouri. The reports indicate that as many as 35 persons were hospitalised after falling ill due to a mysterious illness in the Kotliparran village in Manjakot Rajouri during the past few days. This brings back the painful memory of Badhaal village, where we lost 17 precious lives—including 13 children—just a few months ago to a similarly unexplained disease.”

He further said, “I urge the administration to ensure a comprehensive medical team, including the concerned specialists, is deputed to the affected village to investigate and provide necessary care. My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected. Wishing them a swift and full recovery.”