Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday visited the residence of the 12-year-old girl who was found murdered in Budgam and offered condolences to her family, a day after police arrested the accused man.
The girl was found murdered in the Galwanpora area of Budgam district on Sunday, a day after she was reported missing.
During his visit, Abdullah expressed profound grief over the incident and prayed for strength and patience for the bereaved family in their hour of sorrow, an official press release informed.
The chief minister said the incident had shaken the conscience of society and asserted that such elements have no place in civilised society.
He assured that the culprits would be dealt with strictly in accordance with the law.
Police on Monday arrested Mudasir Ahmad Mir, a neighbour of the victim, on charges of raping and murdering the 12-year-old girl.
“In continuation of the investigation pertaining to the murder of a minor girl from village Galwanpora, Budgam Police has completed the initial medico-legal, forensic, and evidentiary procedures connected with the arrest of the accused in the case,” a police spokesman said.
He said the identity of the accused was not disclosed earlier as several legal procedures were underway at the initial stage of investigation and to avoid any prejudice to the evidentiary and legal process.
“Upon completion of the requisite formalities, the accused involved in the commission of the crime is now identified as Mudasir Ahmad Mir, son of Ghulam Nabi Mir, a resident of Galwanpora Sebdan,” the spokesman said.
Police said the investigation conducted so far had established that no other individual was involved in the crime.
Police appealed to the public to maintain peace, communal harmony, and public order and urged people not to circulate rumours, speculative content, or unverified allegations regarding the case.
“Media organisations and social media users are requested to exercise responsibility and restraint while reporting or commenting on the matter. The circulation of unverified or misleading content may create unnecessary public anxiety and adversely affect the maintenance of law and order,” they said.
BJP demands strict action against accused arrested for rape and murder of minor Budgam girl
The Jammu and Kashmir BJP on Tuesday demanded strict punishment for the accused involved in the rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Budgam district.
The girl had gone missing on May 23 and was found dead in a field in Galwanpora village the next morning.
The incident triggered shock and grief in the area. Police have arrested one person, a neighbour of the victim.
“This incident serves as a grave warning for all of us, forcing society to reflect on the direction in which we are heading. When a young girl is not safe even in her own neighbourhood, and when the mindset of local youth deteriorates to such an extent, it raises serious questions about the moral fabric of our society. It is a matter that demands deep introspection at every level’, family, community, and institutions,” BJP spokesperson Rajni Sethi said.
The BJP spokesperson appreciated the prompt action taken by the Jammu and Kashmir Police, saying that swift response is commendable and reflects the efficiency and commitment of law enforcement agencies.
However, she added that if any links of the accused with any political party are found, a fair and impartial investigation must be conducted.
“If there is any attempt to exert political pressure, strict action must be taken against those responsible. While the police are performing their duties efficiently and deserve appreciation, it is extremely important that no political pressure or influence is allowed to dilute the investigation,” she said.
