Srinagar, Sept. 8 -- Reacting to the vandalism of the Ashoka Stambh at the Hazratbal shrine in Jammu and Kashmir, National Conference MLA Tanvir Sadiq stated that they respected the Ashok Chakra, but claimed that it has been "misused" by Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Chairperson Darakhshan Andrabi.

MLA Sadiq also demanded the dismissal of the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board.

Speaking to ANI, Tanvir Sadiq said, "Sher-e-Kashmir (Sheikh Abdullah) respected the Waqf Board since it is a religious body. Those people who are aware of the religion should be a part of it. When Sher-e-Kashmir worked for the board, he never used his name, but today those who are part of it use their name first and believe in publicity. The purpose for which this board...