Chief Minister visited the bereaved family of a minor girl in Budgam on Thursday following the shocking rape and murder case that has sparked widespread outrage and grief in Jammu and Kashmir.
During the visit, the Chief Minister met the grieving family members, expressed condolences, and assured them that the government would ensure swift and strict justice in the case. He also promised that all those involved would be identified and brought to justice without delay.
The incident, which took place earlier this week, has triggered strong reactions across the region, with protests erupting in several areas demanding immediate action against the accused. Police have launched a full-scale investigation and intensified search operations to trace and apprehend suspects linked to the crime.
Officials said forensic teams have been deployed to examine evidence collected from the crime scene, while statements from local witnesses are being recorded as part of the investigation. Authorities have also confirmed that multiple teams are working on different angles of the case.
Security has been tightened in sensitive areas of Budgam and surrounding districts to maintain law and order, as public anger continues to grow. Local administration officials have urged calm, assuring that justice will not be delayed.
Political leaders from across party lines have condemned the incident, calling it a heinous crime and demanding the strongest possible punishment for those responsible. Civil society groups and student organizations have also held demonstrations, seeking better protection for women and children in the region.
The Chief Minister reiterated that crimes against minors will be dealt with utmost seriousness and that the government is committed to strengthening safety measures, improving policing, and ensuring faster trials in such sensitive cases.
Meanwhile, medical and legal procedures are being followed as part of the ongoing investigation, and authorities have indicated that updates will be shared as the case progresses.
The incident has once again raised concerns about child safety and law enforcement effectiveness, prompting renewed calls for stricter preventive measures and community vigilance across the region.
