Yasin Malik Evades Death Penalty Even After 35 Years

35 years ago, terrorist Yasin Malik shot dead 5 Indian Air Force officers in Kashmir. Malik later admitted to India Today in an interview,

“Yes, I killed them. Because they were not innocent.”

Despite this, Yasin Malik has never been sentenced to date. And this is happening despite the presence of the ‘all-powerful’ Supreme Court!

Not only that, but Malik also met then-Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at his residence in 2006 at the invitation of the government.
Imagine the anguish of the widows of the deceased Air Force officers when they read about that meeting and saw pictures of them shaking hands and laughing in the media!
On the other hand, imagine how much it boosted the morale of the terrorists in Kashmir! They must have felt that despite murdering innocent soldiers, the Prime Minister of this country could welcome them into his home.

Remember, Yasin Malik killed 5 Air Force officers on January 25, 1990, in Kashmir. The officer had simply asked for directions at the time—there was no encounter happening then.

The prosecution has solid evidence against Malik. Despite this, Yasin Malik has not been sentenced to date.

The law and order, and judicial systems in this country are so weak that jihadist elements are growing in confidence every day. Additionally, Muslim vote-hungry politicians have been further strengthening their morale through their actions and statements.
In various parts of this country, jihadist groups are using different tactics to increase the Muslim population. In specific areas, once they reach a majority, they are forcing non-Muslims out. If this pace continues, it won’t be long before those elements take control of the entire country. The political parties desperate for votes are direct and indirect allies in this cause.

This is exactly why the framers of the Constitution included Article 142. Through this, the Supreme Court has a powerful tool at its disposal.
A special situation has arisen in this country that the Constitution’s framers had not foreseen. Some political parties are handing over parts of this country to jihadists for the sake of votes. The recent events of Hindus fleeing from Murshidabad are an example of this.

People had high expectations from the Supreme Court.
Therefore, it should keep in mind that human rights belong not only to jihadists but also to the peaceful millions of people in India. If the general laws of this country cannot prevent it from turning into an Islamic state, then the Supreme Court should start using Article 142 of the Constitution immediately.

This is a moment of tough examination for the Supreme Court. It should make a solid and immediate effort to prove the BJP MP Nishikant Dubey’s concerns wrong.

By Surendra Kishore