PP News Line Desk : National Conference Chief Spokesperson and MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq , on Monday said that the violence at the Hazratbal shrine was a spontaneous reaction to a violation of religious sentiments and demanded strict action against those responsible, including the Vice-Chairperson of the Waqf Board. He urged the formation of a House Committee to probe alleged irregularities in allotments and tenders by the Board. Speaking to reporters, Sadiq condemned the violence but emphasized that it was triggered by misuse of the state emblem at the shrine. “Violence is no one’s answer. We can fix it better, but because religious sentiments were broken, what people did was a spontaneous response,” he said. Calling misuse of the emblem a serious violation, Sadiq demanded accountability. *“First there should be action against the Vice-Chairperson. Whoever misuses the state emblem must face consequences,” he said. He also criticized the police for “intimidating people” instead of handling the situation amicably. Sadiq further pressed for a House Committee inquiry into irregularities in allotments and contracts issued without due procedure. “We want an investigation, and all those involved should be punished,” he added. Recalling the contributions of Sheikh Abdullah in building the Hazratbal shrine, Sadiq said the legacy of the Muslim Auqaf Trust, now Waqf Board , must not be tarnished.
