SRINAGAR: Leader of Opposition and BJP MLA from Padder Nagseni, Sunil Sharma, has accused the J&K government of negligence over the mysterious deaths in Badhaal village of Rajouri, where 16 lives have been lost since December 7.
Sharma criticised Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for failing to take immediate action, alleging that the CM was “enjoying skiing and snowfall” while the tragedy unfolded. The BJP leader claimed that the government’s response to the crisis was insufficient and delayed.
“Rather than visiting the affected area personally, the Chief Minister sent his ministers who held superficial meetings at Kotranka before returning without addressing the ground realities,” Sharma said.
The deaths, which have occurred in three separate incidents involving three families, have caused widespread panic in the region. Sharma criticised the NC-led government for treating the matter casually and acting only after BJP leaders brought the issue to light.
Sharma expressed his condolences to the bereaved families, stating that the BJP has documented the grievances of the affected residents and escalated them to the Government of India for resolution.
The BJP leader emphasised the need for the J&K government to take the issue seriously, highlighting the urgency of addressing the situation to prevent further loss of life. (KNO)
