Langate MLA Engineer Rashid Leads Fiery Protest Against Demolition Drive in Handwara

In a dramatic display of defiance, Langate's firebrand MLA, Engineer Rashid, staged a powerful protest against the ongoing demolition drive unleashed by the Jammu and Kashmir administration in his Handwara constituency. The legislator, known for his outspoken stance, decried the drive as a direct assault on the livelihoods and homes of the common people, branding it an act of "vendetta politics" designed to target his supporters and weaken his political resolve.

The protest, which saw Engineer Rashid lead a sit-in demonstration, brought the simmering tensions between the local populace and the administration to the forefront.

Residents, many of whom face the grim prospect of losing their hard-earned properties and businesses, rallied behind their representative, echoing his sentiments that the drive was not about enforcing law but about political retribution.

Engineer Rashid passionately articulated his concerns, emphasizing that the administration’s actions were selectively targeting the vulnerable and the poor, while influential individuals often remained untouched.

"This is not about removing encroachments; this is about crushing the spirit of my people," he declared, addressing the gathered crowd and media. "The administration is using its power to harass and intimidate, especially those who stand with me. We will not allow this injustice to prevail."

He highlighted the profound human cost of such drives, particularly in an already economically fragile region.

Families are being uprooted, small businesses are being destroyed, and the sense of security among the populace is being severely eroded. The MLA called for an immediate halt to the demolitions, urging the authorities to engage in dialogue and find humane solutions that consider the welfare of the affected families rather than resorting to arbitrary force.

The protest served as a stark reminder of the ongoing struggles faced by communities in the region and the critical role played by local representatives in advocating for their rights.

Engineer Rashid vowed to continue his fight, promising to utilize all democratic avenues to challenge what he perceives as a tyrannical and discriminatory policy, ensuring that the voices of his constituents are heard loud and clear, irrespective of the pressure exerted by the authorities.