Close shave for Farooq Abdullah: Wanted to kill former J&K CM for 20 years, gunman tells cops

Farooq Abdullah, the former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a wedding celebration. The assailant, identified as Kamal Singh Jamwal, confessed to authorities that he had been plotting to kill Abdullah for two decades. However, police investigations have dismissed the incident as a case of personal vendetta rather than terrorism, noting that Jamwal appeared to be under the influence of alcohol at the time of the attack. This shocking incident underscores the ongoing tensions surrounding political figures in the region, where violence has long been a concern. Abdullah, who has served multiple terms as CM and is a prominent figure in Kashmir's political landscape, has faced threats throughout his career. The police are now conducting a thorough investigation to ascertain the motives behind Jamwal's actions and to ensure the safety of public figures in the area.