PESHAWAR
Muhammad Faiq Shah, founder and chairman of the Amun Taraqqi Party strongly rejected Indian Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the revocation of the special status of the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJ&K), stating that India has expressed its hatred for the Kashmiri nation through the decision of its top court.
In a statement issued here on Tuesday, Mr Shah expressed dismay over the court decision, saying the Indian judiciary had succumbed to the fascist Hindutva ideology giving decisions suited to the Indian government.
He added that such decisions could not legitimise the occupation of IIOJ&K by India as the Jammu and Kashmir issue was an internationally recognised dispute that remained on the agenda of the UN Security Council for over seven decades.
Yesterday, the Indian Supreme Court, in its detailed judgement, endorsed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unilateral move of depriving the occupied Jammu and Kashmir of its special status, in August 2019, by revoking the Article 370.
The ATP chief stated that no one gave justice to the Kashmiris.
He observed that the Indian Supreme Court’s decision was against the Geneva Convention and the UNSC resolutions.
Commenting on the political scenario, Shah asserted reforms are critical for holding free, fair and impartial election.
He said it is the duty of the government and election commission to create a conducive atmosphere for election and ensure level playing field for all political parties.
Expressing grave concern over rising prices of essential food items, The ATP chief demanded implementation of an effective price-control mechanism.
He observed that the price-hike has touched a new peak, while local administration was reluctant to take action against profiteers.
The ATP chairman said it has been made difficult to earn bread and butter for poor people.
He said caretakers have failed to remove public miseries.
On the other hand, Shah said natural gas prices also increased exorbitantly which would further increase inflation-hit people.
