Srinagar, Oct 26 (KNO): Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) Jammu and Kashmir President Vivek Bali has called for an impartial investigation into the alleged remarks made by National Conference president Farooq Abdullah concerning Pakistan.
In a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Bali said that if the remarks are found to violate the law, the authorities should take appropriate legal action in accordance with the law.
He said public representatives must exercise responsibility while commenting on matters concerning national security, sovereignty and the country's integrity, adding that freedom of expression should be exercised with due regard for national interests and constitutional responsibilities.
“Farooq Abdullah must understand the responsibility that comes with being a senior political leader. If his statements are found to be contrary to the law or detrimental to national interests, the authorities must investigate the matter and take appropriate legal action without delay,” Bali said.
He also questioned what he described as a contradiction between availing security provided by the Government of India and making statements that, in his view, raise concerns over national interests.
Bali further said political leaders should refrain from controversial remarks that could create unnecessary tensions or undermine public confidence.
“India’s sovereignty, unity and national interests must always come first. No political leader should consider themselves above the law. Accountability must be ensured wherever a violation of the law is established,” he added.
Bali reiterated his demand for an impartial probe and urged the authorities to take appropriate action based on its findings.—(KNO)