Srinagar, Nov 18, KNT: The Jammu Kashmir Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said that people deserved clear answers about the circumstances that led to the accidental blast inside Nowgam Police Station.
Speaking to reporters after visiting the injured at Ujala Hospital, he questioned how such a large quantity of explosive material reached the police premises and why and how the incident was allowed to occur.
He said the blast claimed the lives of individuals who had no connection with government functions. “A tailor and a photographer were among those killed. Even a man from the administration lost his life. How and why this happened should be explained. This incident should not have happened,” he said.
Omar Abdullah praised the medical staff of Ujala Hospital for their prompt response. “The staff here showed courage and treated the injured with full dedication. I am really thankful to them,” he said.
He reiterated that the public expects transparency and a thorough explanation regarding the storage and handling of sensitive material inside the police station. [KNT]
