SRINAGAR, May 3 -- In light of the prevailing tension in the region, Jammu and Kashmir People's Conference (JKPC) chief and Handwara MLA has appealed for a temporary cessation of political hostilities. Emphasizing the need for unity and composure, he urged fellow political leaders to hold back on mudslinging and public sparring during these trying times.

"We will have many, many more moments to fight it out politically," the JKPC leader stated, calling for restraint and political maturity, especially as Kashmir faces mounting anxiety and uncertainty.

Drawing attention to the growing distress among "lakhs of students and traders" outside the Valley, he noted that many are living in fear amid rising tensions and the looming threat of conf...