- Home Dept must also come with compensation
- Those responsible for Delhi blast must get harshest punishment
Srinagar, Nov 18: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said that those involved in the Delhi blast should get the harshest of punishment, but innocents must not be looked at with suspicion.
Speaking to reporters after meeting the Nowgam blast injured, the CM, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that he highlighted the issue of J&K people in yesterday’s Northern Zonal Committee meeting that every Muslim should not be looked at with suspicion.
“Those responsible for the Delhi blast should be caught and given the harshest punishment. But, innocents, who have nothing to do with it and have always raised their voices against the violence, should not be dragged into this,” Omar said.
Meanwhile, reacting to the Nowgam blast, the Chief Minister said that the people expect full clarity. He said the investigation has started to ascertain how and why the blast occurred. “I hope the people will get the answers. This should not have happened. A large amount of explosives was brought here. We will start getting the answers on how it was brought here and how it was handled,” he added.
On a query, Omar said the compensation has been provided through the CM’s Relief Fund. “But since the blast occurred in the Police Station, the Home Department should also come forward to help the victims,” he said.
“The compensation for jobs will also be provided to the affected. I will direct the officers to complete the necessary formalities so that the job compensation is provided to the victim’s family,” the CM said while reacting to a query over the tailor’s death.
Moreover, the Chief Minister lauded the Ujala Hospital staff for their prompt and committed response. (KNO)
