Suhail Khan
Srinagar, Mar 10 : A heated political controversy has erupted over the recent Gulmarg fashion show, with Leader of the Opposition (LOP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Sunil Sharma launching a scathing attack on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.
Sharma has accused the CM of misleading the public and attempting to distance himself from the event, which was held at a hotel owned by Abdullah’s relatives.
The fashion show, which took place in the picturesque town of Gulmarg, has sparked widespread debate, with critics questioning the appropriateness of such an event in the region.
Sharma, speaking to Kashmir Despatch, challenged Abdullah’s claims of having no prior knowledge of the event.
“How can the Chief Minister claim ignorance when such a high-profile function was organized at a hotel owned by his relatives? It defies logic,” Sharma stated. “I believe he was not only aware but actively involved in the planning of this event.”
Sharma further criticized Abdullah for announcing an inquiry into the matter only after public outcry. “Now that people are demanding answers, he suddenly promises an investigation. Why not start by questioning his own family members and relatives? The truth is clear, and he should stop lying to the public,” he added.
The BJP leader also pointed to the involvement of the Excise Department, which reportedly issued a short-term license for the event. “The fact that the Excise Department granted a license proves that the administration was aware. The Chief Minister cannot feign ignorance,” Sharma asserted.
