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Kashmir leaders call for MP Rashid’s release amid father’s illness
Kashmir political figures urged the release of Baramulla MP Engineer Abdul Rashid on humanitarian grounds due to his ailing father in Srinagar. The developments include a court plea for interim bail and multiple political appeals, along with a health minister’s visit to the patient.
Why It Matters
The calls highlight political pressure around a detained MP and raise questions about humanitarian considerations in a high-profile legal case.
Timeline
7 Events
Health minister visits SHMS hospital; Khazir Mohammad Sheikh update
April 19, 2026
J&K health minister Sakeena Itoo visited SMHS hospital to enquire about Khazir Mohammad Sheikh, who is on ventilator support due to age-related issues, and directed officials to ensure necessary facilities and specialised care.
Pulwama MLA Waheed para comments on judiciary and process
April 17, 2026
Pulwama MLA Waheed Para said that if courts fail to pay heed to an elected leader, it raises questions about the process and the criminal justice system.
Ruhullah Mehdi comments on court action and family access
April 17, 2026
Srinagar MP and National Conference leader Ruhullah Mehdi stated on X that courts have the power to act and a son should be allowed to be with his father at such a crucial stage.
Altaf Bukhari visits SMHS Hospital to enquire about Sheikh’s condition
April 17, 2026
Apni Party president Altaf Bukhari visited SMHS Hospital to enquire about Khazir Mohammad Sheikh’s condition.
Farooq Abdullah urges central government to facilitate meeting with Rashid’s ailing father
April 17, 2026
Srinagar MP and National Conference president Farooq Abdullah urged the central government to make arrangements for Engineer Rashid to meet his ailing father.
AIP files interim bail plea for Engineer Rashid in Patiala House Court
April 17, 2026
The Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) moved a plea in the Patiala House Court for interim bail for Engineer Rashid, citing his ailing father.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq meets Khazir Mohammad Sheikh at SMHS hospital
April 16, 2026
Kashmir chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq had met Khazir Mohammad Sheikh at SMHS hospital in Srinagar.