The Economic Times

Omar Abdullah asks Mehbooba Mufti to apologise for remarks at Jantar Mantar justifying use of pellets against Kashmiris

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called for a public apology from PDP president Mehbooba Mufti after her remarks defending the use of pellet guns in the region sparked intense political outrage. The PDP accused the National Conference of misrepresenting Mufti's comments through digital manipulation. Activists joined the fray, demanding accountability for previous grievances. Abdullah emphasized that Mufti's statements jeopardized efforts towards restoring statehood.