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Following the Red Fort bombing in New Delhi, which killed 13, over 600 people were detained in Kashmir. In response, Bilal Ahmad Wani, a father from Kulgam, attempted self-immolation after being denied the opportunity to see his detained son. Wani is reportedly connected to a man accused of terror ties. Former J&K Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti condemned the mass detentions and the denial of Wani’s request, warning of potential radicalization.

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Kashmiri Man Attempts Self-Immolation Amid Mass Detentions Following Delhi Bombing

Srinagar, November 17, 2025 – Tensions are escalating in Jammu and Kashmir after a man attempted self-immolation, reportedly in protest of his son’s detention following the Red Fort bombing in New Delhi. Bilal Ahmad Wani, a dry fruit seller from Kulgam, is currently receiving treatment for severe burns at Government Medical College, Anantnag.

The incident occurred on Sunday after Wani was allegedly denied permission to visit his son, who is among over 600 individuals detained by the J&K Police in the aftermath of the November 10 Red Fort blast that claimed 13 lives. Wani’s family resides near Dr. Adeel Rather, who was arrested earlier this month on suspicion of involvement in an interstate terror module. Authorities also recovered a rifle from Dr. Rather’s locker at his former place of work.

Former J&K Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has publicly condemned the detentions and the treatment of Wani, posting a picture of him on social media. She stated Wani pleaded for access to his son and brother, who were also detained. Mufti warned that such actions risk alienating the Kashmiri population and potentially driving young people towards extremism. Her daughter, Iltija Mufti, echoed these concerns, urging the central government to pursue justice with compassion and avoid collective punishment.

The J&K Police has yet to release an official statement regarding the incident.

This article contains information regarding suicide. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please seek help. In India, you can call helpline 104 or Sneha’s suicide prevention helpline at 044-24640050.

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