Srinagar, August 6: Srinagar Police have summoned People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti to join an investigation after registering a case in connection with an alleged assault on a police officer during a protest led by PDP president Mehbooba Mufti in Srinagar earlier this week.
According to police, the incident occurred during a demonstration at S.K. Park on August 4, when PDP workers attempted to march towards Lal Chowk after authorities had denied permission for the protest. Police alleged that a section of the demonstrators tried to breach barricades and block Residency Road, resulting in a scuffle between protesters and security personnel.
During the altercation, police have alleged that Iltija Mufti assaulted a police officer on duty and bit his forearm, causing injuries. The officer was shifted to hospital, where he received medical treatment.
Following the incident, Police Station Kothibagh registered FIR No. 63/2026 and launched an investigation into the allegations. Police said Iltija Mufti has been directed to appear before the investigating officer on Thursday to join the probe.
Police also stated that the injured officer underwent treatment in accordance with medical protocols, including wound management and preventive care based on clinical assessment.
There was no immediate response from Iltija Mufti or the People’s Democratic Party to the police allegations. The claims made by police have not been independently verified, and the investigation is continuing.
The case stems from the August 4 protest organised by the PDP against the constitutional changes introduced in Jammu and Kashmir on August 5, 2019. Several political parties had planned demonstrations across the Valley, many of which were either restricted or prevented by the authorities. [KNT]
