Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday blamed the Centre for what he described as a serious security collapse following the attack on former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah.

Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, Kharge said the incident reflects a deterioration of law and order in Jammu and Kashmir since the region lost its Statehood and security control shifted to the Union Home Ministry.

He said the attack raised serious concerns about the safety of political leaders and citizens in the region.

Allegation of Larger Conspiracy

Kharge suggested that the attack could be part of a larger conspiracy aimed at targeting senior political leaders.

According to him, the incident demonstrates that people in Kashmir are not feeling safe under the current security framework.

He urged the government to explain the circumstances that allowed such an attack to occur despite heightened security arrangements in the Union Territory.

The Congress leader said maintaining public safety and political stability in the region should be a top priority.

Debate Over Law and Order in Jammu and Kashmir

Kharge also argued that law and order conditions have worsened in Jammu and Kashmir since the revocation of Article 370 and the reorganisation of the State into a Union Territory.

The region has been under direct administrative control of the Centre, with security operations coordinated by the Union Home Ministry.

Opposition leaders have frequently raised concerns about governance and security arrangements in the region after the removal of Statehood.

J.P. Nadda Calls It a Murderous Attack

Responding to Kharge’s remarks, Leader of the House and Union Minister J.P. Nadda described the incident as a murderous attack.

He assured the House that the government would conduct a comprehensive investigation into the incident.

Nadda said authorities would identify those responsible and ensure appropriate action is taken according to the law.

The government, he said, remains committed to maintaining security and stability in Jammu and Kashmir.

Government Accuses Opposition of Politicising Issue

While promising a probe, Nadda also criticised the Opposition for politicising the incident.

He said issues related to national security and the safety of public figures should not be turned into political disputes.

According to the government, investigations should be allowed to proceed without premature conclusions or political accusations.

Security Concerns in Jammu and Kashmir

The incident has once again brought attention to security challenges in Jammu and Kashmir, where political leaders, security personnel and civilians have often faced threats.

The region remains strategically sensitive, with security forces maintaining high vigilance to counter militancy and ensure stability.

Political leaders across parties have repeatedly called for strong security measures to protect both public representatives and civilians.

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