Maulana Ashhad Rashidi Slams Attack on Srinagar-Bound Bus in Karnal
Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind leader Maulana Ashhad Rashidi slams the stone-pelting attack on a Srinagar-bound bus in Karnal, calling for communal harmony.
In a strong reaction to the recent violence in Haryana, Maulana Ashhad Rashidi, the president of Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind (Uttar Pradesh), has condemned the stone pelting Karnal bus incident, describing the targeting of innocent travelers as completely unjustified.
Call for Communal Harmony
Reacting to the incident where a bus heading toward Srinagar was attacked, Maulana Rashidi emphasized that those who have no connection to any dispute should never be made targets of violence. He stressed the urgent need to eradicate hatred from society and urged citizens to work collectively to strengthen the brotherhood between Hindus and Muslims.
"Targeting innocent people who had no connection with any dispute is unjustified," Rashidi stated, calling for an atmosphere of love, peace, and harmony to be fostered across the country.
What Happened in Nilokheri?
The incident unfolded on Saturday when a 40-seater sleeper bus, transporting passengers from Delhi to Srinagar, stopped for a scheduled break in Nilokheri, located just past Karnal. While the vehicle was stationary, a group of individuals launched an attack on the bus.
Details of the Attack
- Passenger Status: There were 35 passengers on board at the time. According to the driver, approximately 80 percent of the passengers had stepped off the bus for dinner when the attackers struck.
- Damage: The attackers smashed a window of the bus during the commotion.
- Threats Issued: The driver alleged that the perpetrators did not just break the glass but also tore off the rear number plate of the vehicle and took it away.
"J&K Vehicles Not Allowed"
Adding a chilling detail to the encounter, the driver revealed that the attackers explicitly asserted that vehicles from Jammu and Kashmir would not be permitted in Haryana. Despite the frightening ordeal, the bus continued its journey, reaching Jammu and proceeding toward its final destination in Srinagar.