Kashmiri Shawl Seller Thrashed, Looted in Punjab

Srinagar: A shawl seller from Kashmir was thrashed and looted by several individuals in Kapurthala in Punjab.

The victim identified as one Mohammad Shafi Khoja came under attack by at least three persons who not only thrashed the shawl seller but also ran away with his items and other belongings.

The victim was later on taken to a hospital, where he is undergoing treatment when the last reports came in.

Reacting to the dastardly act, the Jammu and Kashmir Students’ Association, has taken the matter with the Punjab government asking the latter to nab the assailants.

“We have spoken to Punjab Chief Secretary KAP Sinha, who assured us that strict instructions have been issued to the Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab, Gaurav Yadav,” JKSA said in a statement.

“He further stated that the culprits will face the consequences they deserve,” the Association said, adding, “the safety and security of Kashmiri students and shawl sellers remain our utmost priority.“