Srinagar: Soon after his release from house arrest since April 30, Hurriyat Conference (M) Chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq today visited the house of Bashir Ahmad Bhat at Gretabal who was recently killed by the Indian forces in unprovoked firing at Nawakadal.
Expressing his sympathy and solidarity with the bereaved family members, Mirwaiz addressed a gathering at Nawakal Chowk and told the people that priceless sacrifices offerred by the Kashmiri people will be protected at any cost, adding that complete resolve and commitment towards the freedom struggle was inevitable for the success of movement. Stating that there were forces who wanted to break the will of the people through suppression and fear, Mirwaiz said that these ploys have always failed especially due to the continuous resolve shown by the brave youth of Kashmir who are keeping the freedom struggle alive in the most challenging of situations.
Mirwaiz stated that the people of Kashmir have given countless sacrifices towards the freedom struggle. He said that the people of Shehre Khas have always provided new vigor to the freedom struggle and their contribution towards the freedom movement will always be remembered.
The Hurriyat (M) chairman stated that the arrest of hundreds of youth and resistance leaders, continuous curfew and restrictions, under the cover of so called elections, has once again proved the anti people policy pursued by the so called “elected leaders” of Kashmir. Mirwaiz demanded the immediate release of all detainees.
Mirwaiz also visited SMHS hospital to enquire about, Momin Bilal of Maharajgunj, and Suhail Bashir of Hawal, who were injured due to firing by the government forces at Nawakadal. Mirwaiz also visited the house of injured Momin Farooq who lost his left eye due to pellet firing at Rajouri Kadal .Mirwaiz prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. The Hurriyat (M) Chairman also visited the house of Samir Ahmad of Gratabal to condole the death of his five year daughter. He also visited the house of Ghulam Mustafa Zaroo of Nageen to offer his sympathies and condolence over the demise of his wife.