Authorities Recommend FIR Against Political Leader for Inciting Hatred

Officials have advised filing an FIR against a National Conference leader for allegedly inciting hatred at an election rally in Jammu and Kashmir. The nodal officer suggested action based on a speech where the leader mentioned 'assassination', violating the model code of conduct.

Authorities have called for an FIR to be filed against a National Conference leader accused of inciting hatred at an election rally in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal segment. The rally, which supported party leader Omar Abdullah, saw the leader make contentious remarks.

Nodal officer Mushtaq Ahmad Simnani recommended the FIR against Mohammad Ashraf Ganaie, a former sarpanch. Simnani cited Ganaie's use of the term 'assassination' during his election speech in Kachan, stating that the speech promoted hatred and violated the model code of conduct.

Ganaie threatened retribution against anyone disrespecting the party flag but was swiftly stopped by Abdullah and faced backlash from the audience. Simnani emphasized the gravity of the situation and the need for stringent actions.

(With inputs from agencies.)