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Mehbooba Mufti Pays Tribute to 1931 Protest Victims, Criticises BJP
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 13 Jul 2026, 06:48 PM
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Former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti honored the memory of those who lost their lives in a 1931 protest against Maharaja Hari Singh, while also condemning the BJP.
Former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti paid tribute to the victims of a 1931 protest against Maharaja Hari Singh in a ceremony held in Srinagar. The event, attended by political leaders and local dignitaries, marked the 92nd anniversary of the uprising that saw several protesters killed by the state’s forces.
During her speech, Mufti highlighted the historical significance of the protest and called for a national remembrance of the sacrifices made for democratic freedoms. She also used the platform to criticize the Bharatiya Janata Party, accusing it of undermining the region’s political autonomy.
The tribute was part of a broader effort by the J&K government to acknowledge past injustices and promote dialogue about the state’s political future. Officials said the ceremony aimed to foster unity and healing among residents.
Observers noted that Mufti’s remarks came at a time of heightened political tension in the region, with the BJP’s influence expanding in neighboring states. The tribute was seen by many as a statement of resistance against perceived centralization.
The ceremony concluded with a moment of silence and the playing of a patriotic anthem, underscoring the collective memory of the 1931 tragedy.
During her speech, Mufti highlighted the historical significance of the protest and called for a national remembrance of the sacrifices made for democratic freedoms. She also used the platform to criticize the Bharatiya Janata Party, accusing it of undermining the region’s political autonomy.
The tribute was part of a broader effort by the J&K government to acknowledge past injustices and promote dialogue about the state’s political future. Officials said the ceremony aimed to foster unity and healing among residents.
Observers noted that Mufti’s remarks came at a time of heightened political tension in the region, with the BJP’s influence expanding in neighboring states. The tribute was seen by many as a statement of resistance against perceived centralization.
The ceremony concluded with a moment of silence and the playing of a patriotic anthem, underscoring the collective memory of the 1931 tragedy.