Srinagar, May 15 (NVI): National Loktantrik Party (NLP) spokesperson Mohammad Yaqoob Dunoo on Friday criticised the BJP over its protests against wine shops in Jammu and Kashmir, accusing the party of adopting a selective and politically motivated approach on the issue.
In a statement issued here, Dunoo questioned the BJP’s stand, saying that if the slogan of “Nasha Mukt Bharat” is truly a nationwide mission, similar protests should also be held in BJP-ruled states where liquor shops continue to function openly.
He alleged that objecting to alcohol sales only in Jammu and Kashmir reflects “double standards” and selective politics. According to Dunoo, if BJP leaders are serious about tackling alcoholism and substance abuse, they should launch awareness campaigns and protests uniformly across all states governed by the party.
The NLP spokesperson said drug addiction and alcohol abuse are serious social concerns that require equal attention across the country and should not be used as political tools to target a particular government or region.
Dunoo further said that the people of Jammu and Kashmir deserve transparent governance and consistent policies instead of what he termed publicity-driven protests aimed at creating unnecessary controversy.(NVI)
