Overview
- Abdul Kabir, a senior PDP leader, called slain Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani a "martyr" at a party event and was arrested by Kishtwar police the same day, Friday, Oct 9.
- The PDP has said the remark reflects Kabir's personal view and not the party line while local authorities say legal and administrative process is underway.
- Kabir defended his words as a matter of personal choice and cited past visits and reported compensation by some BJP leaders to Wani's family as part of his justification.
- The comment drew sharp condemnation from opposition figures and groups, with the BJP demanding an apology and the VHP calling for Kabir's expulsion from the party.
- Burhan Wani was a prominent militant killed in July 2016 and the episode highlights how statements that appear to glorify militants can trigger police action, party discipline and renewed political tensions in the region.