Srinagar, Feb. 13 -- National Conference spokesperson and MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq, termed the High Court ruling as a vital affirmation of individual rights. "Every citizen must be judged on their own conduct," he said, emphasizing that justice must be rooted in fairness. "The NC is committed to protect constitutional rights and dignity for all," he added.

J&K Peoples Conference President and MLA Handwara, Sajad Lone, welcomed the High Court's ruling and called the judgment a significant step against discrimination, stating that his party had already challenged the misuse of police verification as a tool for "collective punishment" through a petition filed by advocate Syed Sajad Geelani.

He expressed optimism that a broader ruling woul...