Farooq Abdullah’s J&K Remarks Trigger ‘Treason’ Row, BJP and VHP Hit Back

National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah has triggered a political controversy following his reported remarks that Pakistan was protecting the people of Jammu and Kashmir, while the Central government remained silent on their grievances.The comments drew sharp criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), which condemned Abdullah’s statement and described it as “treason.” The remarks have intensified political tensions, bringing the sensitive issues of national security, public grievances and India-Pakistan relations into focus.The controversy has once again highlighted the deep political divisions over Jammu and Kashmir and the interpretation of statements concerning Pakistan. Abdullah’s remarks and the subsequent reactions have fuelled debate over political accountability and national interests.