Srinagar, Oct 18 (KNS): Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq on Sunday expressed serious concern over the reported attack on a Kashmir-bound passenger bus in Haryana, which allegedly left an elderly passenger injured and several others traumatised, and urged authorities to ensure the safety of Kashmiri travellers.

Reacting to the incident in a post on X, Mirwaiz condemned the attack and called for swift and strict legal action against those responsible.

"Disturbed to learn about the attack on a Kashmir bound bus in Haryana, leaving an elderly passenger injured and others traumatised. Reports of threats against J&K-registered vehicles are causing concern among people.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelThose in authority must ensure the safety of Kashmiri travellers and take swift and strict legal action against those responsible," Mirwaiz wrote.

His remarks came amid concerns over the reported targeting of a Jammu and Kashmir-registered passenger bus travelling from Delhi to Srinagar near Kurukshetra in Haryana.

Earlier, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also termed the incident unfortunate and urged the Haryana government and police to identify the culprits and take action to prevent such incidents from recurring. (KNS)