JKSA demands justice for Rajouri victims

Srinagar, Jan 31: Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) students organised a candle march on Thursday evening to mourn the tragic loss of 17 lives, including 14 children, in Budhal, Rajouri, over the past two months, a press release issued by Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) said.

It added that  the protest, led by Zubair Reshi, Spokesperson and Media Incharge of JKSA and a PhD scholar at AMU, aimed to draw attention to the authorities' apathy towards the suffering of the affected families. The march witnessed significant participation from Jammu and Kashmir students, activists, and scholars, who stood united in their demand for justice.

During the demonstration, Reshi submitted a memorandum to the AMU Proctor, addressing it to the President of India. The memorandum urged immediate compensation for the victims' families, a thorough and impartial investigation into the incident, and accountability of the administration for its failure to prevent such tragedies.

Addressing the media, Reshi strongly criticised the Jammu and Kashmir government for its inadequate response to the Budhal, Rajouri tragedy. He condemned the lack of urgency and commitment to justice, stating that the victims' families continue to wait for relief and answers.