Shabir Ahmed Shah’s party Jammu & Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party banned

SRINAGAR, Oct 05 (SABAH): The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India issued a notification on Thursday declaring the Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party (JKDFP) as an unlawful association with immediate effect.

The notification stated that the JKDFP was formed in 1998 by Shabir Ahmad Shah, a prominent separatist leader known for his anti-India and pro-Pakistan propaganda. Shabir Ahmed Shah had called Kashmir a ‘dispute’ and ruled out any settlement within the framework of the Indian constitution.

“The members of JKDFP have been at the forefront of secessionist activities in Jammu and Kashmir and want to create a separate Islamic state, the notification said. The leader and members of JKDFP have also been involved in raising funds through various sources including Pakistan and its proxy organizations to support terrorist activities and stone pelting on security forces in the state,” it reads.

The activities of JKDFP show sheer disrespect towards the constitutional authority and setup of India, the notification said. The party and its members, especially Shah, have been indulging in unlawful activities prejudicial to the integrity, sovereignty, security and communal harmony of the country, it said.

There have also been several inputs showing linkages between JKDFP and banned terrorist organizations. The party has been involved in violent terrorist activities to create fear and endanger public order. Its anti-national activities show disrespect to the constitutional authority of India.