Srinagar, June 24 -- Member of Parliament Mian Altaf on Tuesday said that he has received a letter from the family of Shabir Shah highlighting his deteriorating health condition. Given his age and medical status, Altaf strongly urged the government to consider his release.

Speaking to the media, Mian Altaf stated, "I am a Member of Parliament from Anantnag, and people from my constituency are consistently raising concerns regarding the continued detention of Shabir Shah."

He also said that i have also received a letter from Shabir Shah himself, and his health is deteriorating. I strongly urge the government to look into his case and release him."

Altaf further said that based on what has been observed and understood about Shabir Shah, ...