Eyewitnesses Link Yasin Malik to 1990 IAF Attack
Two witnesses have identified Jammu and Kashmir separatist leader Yasin Malik as one of the shooters in the 1990 attack on Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel in Srinagar. The testimonies could reshape the decades-old case and intensify legal scrutiny on Malik, currently serving a life sentence in a terror funding case.
The 1990 Srinagar Attack: Key Details
On January 25, 1990, four IAF personnel were killed near Srinagar’s High Court by unidentified militants. The attack occurred during peak insurgency in Kashmir, leaving the case unresolved for 34 years. Recent NIA investigations led to the breakthrough, with two protected witnesses naming Malik as the shooter.
Who is Yasin Malik?
Malik, chief of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF), was a militant leader before renouncing arms in 1994. While some view him as a political activist, India labels him a terrorist. His 2022 conviction in a terror funding case and these new allegations could further isolate him legally and politically.
Legal & Political Fallout
If proven, Malik may face murder charges under the now-defunct TADA law. Politically, this weakens Kashmir’s separatist movement and bolsters India’s stance on Malik’s militant past. BJP leaders have welcomed the development, while Kashmiri groups allege political timing ahead of elections.
Next Steps in the Case
The NIA will file witness statements before a special court. Legal proceedings may prolong, but the testimonies offer hope for justice to victims’ families.
Key Reactions
- Security Experts: Reopening old cases ensures accountability.
- Victims’ Families: “After 34 years, we deserve justice.”
- Political Groups: Claims of politicization vs. demands for transparency.
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