Family Protests Over Alleged Murder of 15-Year-Old Rafaqat Ali, Demands Justice

The family of Rafaqat Ali, a 15-year-old ninth-grade student whose body was discovered in the Anas River, staged a strong protest today, blocking the Rajour-Budhal Road. They alleged that Rafaqat had been murdered and accused the police of negligence, claiming immediate action could have saved his life.

The grieving family asserted that four youths who were with Rafaqat had murdered him and disposed of his body in the river. They demanded that a murder case be registered against these individuals. The protest lasted for six hours, causing significant disruption, until the authorities intervened.

Why This Matters: ADC Kotranka Dil Mir, along with Deputy SP Operations Rajouri Shammi Kumar and Tehsildar Kotranka Sahil Ali Shah, arrived at the scene and assured the family of a free and fair investigation. The officials confirmed that DC Rajouri would be contacted to initiate a magisterial inquiry. Deputy SP Shammi Kumar pledged to personally oversee the investigation and ensure that anyone found guilty would face strict legal action.

The authorities' assurances persuaded the family to proceed with the post-mortem and other legal formalities. Subsequently, Rafaqat Ali was laid to rest at 8 PM.

This tragic incident has raised serious questions about the circumstances surrounding Rafaqat's death and the initial response of the police. The family's strong reaction highlights the community's demand for accountability and justice in cases involving young lives.

The local administration's commitment to a thorough investigation is a crucial step towards addressing the family's concerns and ensuring that justice is served. As the investigation progresses, it will be closely watched by the community, which hopes for a transparent and swift resolution.

Key Takeaways: 

• Family alleges murder of Rafaqat Ali, demands justice and investigation.
• Protest blocks Rajour-Budhal Road for six hours, causing disruption.
• Authorities assure magisterial inquiry and thorough investigation.
• Deputy SP pledges to oversee the investigation personally.
• Family agrees to post-mortem after assurances, Rafaqat laid to rest at 8 PM.