Amarnath advisory will create panic in Kashmir: NC, PDP

The National Conference and the Peoples Democratic Party reacted strongly to the security advisory on Friday asking Amarnath pilgrims and tourists to leave Kashmir as soon as possible.

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah said the directive would do nothing to dampen the sense of fear that is prevailing in the Valley.

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti alleged that the Centre had resorted to “military might” and techniques like “psychological warfare” in the state.

“First the avalanche of private orders about stocking up supplies that somehow made their way into public domain. And now news like this will create panic & distress,” Mufti tweeted.

“So far, GOI’s resorted to military might & psychological warfare like techniques vis a vis J&K. Neither will work,” she added.

Former IAS officer-turned-politician Shah Faesal asked if the administration was going to issue a separate advisory for the locals of Kashmir.

“JK Govt has asked Tourists and Amarnath Yatris to leave Kashmir immediately in view of a security threat. Is the Government considering any such advisory for locals also?” he asked.