Examiner News Desk / Srinagar:
National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Friday called for moral introspection and a renewed commitment to ethical and spiritual values, while demanding a transparent investigation into the alleged NEET paper leak controversy and reiterating that dialogue remains the only effective means to resolve enduring issues.
Speaking to reporters at the Hazratbal Shrine in Srinagar, the former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister addressed a range of concerns, including the Budgam incident, the controversy surrounding the NEET examination, and the prevailing political and security situation.
Expressing concern over what he described as a decline in societal values, Abdullah urged people to reconnect with faith and uphold moral responsibility. He said society had drifted away from ethical principles and stressed the need for self-correction and spiritual awareness.
On the allegations of irregularities in the NEET examination, Abdullah called for a comprehensive and impartial probe, saying the controversy had shaken public confidence and put the future of students at risk.
He said accountability was essential and added that reports of examination-related irregularities from several states required serious scrutiny to safeguard the credibility of competitive examinations.
Addressing broader political concerns, Abdullah maintained that dialogue and engagement were the only practical paths toward resolving disputes and achieving lasting peace.
“Dialogue is the only way to settle problems,” he said, emphasising the importance of communication over confrontation.
