Srinagar, May 22 -- An anti-encroachment drive by the Forest Department in Kandi Khas in Kupwara district on Friday sparked protests after MLA Sheikh Khursheed Ahmad rushed to the site and opposed the demolition and eviction operation, alleging that a particular community was being selectively targeted in the name of removing encroachments.
According to a statement issued by the Awami Itehad Party, locals informed MLA Langate Sheikh Khursheed about the anti-encroachment drive, following which he immediately left condolence gatherings at his residence - being held after the recent demise of his father, and rushed to Kandi Khas.
At the site, Sheikh Khursheed strongly opposed the demolition attempt and did not allow authorities to proceed fu...