Television actor Hina Khan has spoken out strongly against the justification of a brutal sexual assault and murder of a 45-year-old woman in Nishat, a town near Srinagar in Kashmir. The case, which has shocked the region, has also triggered polarising commentary around religion, alcohol use, and cultural narratives. Hina Khan, known for being vocal on social issues, took to social media to address the disturbing discourse surrounding the incident.
Hina Rejects Alcohol as a Justification
In a series of posts shared via Instagram Stories, Khan expressed her dismay at those suggesting that alcohol consumption could be used to explain or lessen the severity of such crimes. She pointed out that equating alcohol with criminal behaviour was nothing short of deflection. "A rapist blames everything else than Himself. Don’t act like that criminal. Don’t use Alcohol to give the Criminal a ‘Free Get Away Card’," she wrote, denouncing the use of alcohol as a scapegoat.
According to Khan, alcohol does not transform a good man into a rapist, and she stressed that morally upright individuals have the capacity to handle alcohol without resorting to violence. She added that such claims diminish the responsibility of the perpetrators and distort the narrative around sexual violence.
In another post, she spoke out against what she termed as hypocrisy. "Let the victims at least be the Victims. Don’t hog on to their victimhood to justify your motivations and ambitions. Please stop this hypocrisy.. it’s the mindset not the alcohol," she wrote, clarifying that while she is not advocating for alcohol consumption, she opposes using it as the central issue in the conversation around a violent crime.
Reflection on Pahalgam Attack
Khan also recalled the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people, including tourists, and left many injured. In the aftermath, she had issued an apology to the victims and fellow Indians, saying, “And as a Muslim, I want to apologise to all my fellow Hindus and my fellow Indians. People who lost their lives.” She revisited that sentiment, urging fellow Muslims, especially in Kashmir, to refrain from engaging with hate or trolling in the name of community defence.
"Can we coexist for heavens sake.. let’s take the first step.. let’s be humans first... I am not asking anyone to apologise, it’s a personal choice.. I did it coz I felt it.. but, if you can’t say anything good, positive then at least ST** and sit down,” she wrote.
The Nishat Incident and Police Action
The incident that sparked Khan’s reaction involved the alleged sexual assault and murder of a woman from the Gujjar-Bakerwal community. Her family, who had migrated from Reasi to Nishat, reported that she was attacked while grazing goats near Water Works road.
She was later declared brought dead at the hospital. Police have arrested four individuals in connection with the case and launched an investigation. The case has triggered widespread outrage and demands for strict punishment.
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Hina Rejects Alcohol as a Justification
In a series of posts shared via Instagram Stories, Khan expressed her dismay at those suggesting that alcohol consumption could be used to explain or lessen the severity of such crimes. She pointed out that equating alcohol with criminal behaviour was nothing short of deflection. "A rapist blames everything else than Himself. Don’t act like that criminal. Don’t use Alcohol to give the Criminal a ‘Free Get Away Card’," she wrote, denouncing the use of alcohol as a scapegoat.According to Khan, alcohol does not transform a good man into a rapist, and she stressed that morally upright individuals have the capacity to handle alcohol without resorting to violence. She added that such claims diminish the responsibility of the perpetrators and distort the narrative around sexual violence.
Criticism of Selective Outrage
Khan, who hails from Kashmir, also took issue with attempts to shield the accused due to shared religious or regional backgrounds. "It’s high time we call out what’s happened without mincing words just because it’s done by a Kashmiri Muslim and blame alcohol for your so-called agenda," she said, pushing for an honest reckoning irrespective of the identity of the accused.In another post, she spoke out against what she termed as hypocrisy. "Let the victims at least be the Victims. Don’t hog on to their victimhood to justify your motivations and ambitions. Please stop this hypocrisy.. it’s the mindset not the alcohol," she wrote, clarifying that while she is not advocating for alcohol consumption, she opposes using it as the central issue in the conversation around a violent crime.
Reflection on Pahalgam Attack
Khan also recalled the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people, including tourists, and left many injured. In the aftermath, she had issued an apology to the victims and fellow Indians, saying, “And as a Muslim, I want to apologise to all my fellow Hindus and my fellow Indians. People who lost their lives.” She revisited that sentiment, urging fellow Muslims, especially in Kashmir, to refrain from engaging with hate or trolling in the name of community defence."Can we coexist for heavens sake.. let’s take the first step.. let’s be humans first... I am not asking anyone to apologise, it’s a personal choice.. I did it coz I felt it.. but, if you can’t say anything good, positive then at least ST** and sit down,” she wrote.
The Nishat Incident and Police Action
The incident that sparked Khan’s reaction involved the alleged sexual assault and murder of a woman from the Gujjar-Bakerwal community. Her family, who had migrated from Reasi to Nishat, reported that she was attacked while grazing goats near Water Works road. She was later declared brought dead at the hospital. Police have arrested four individuals in connection with the case and launched an investigation. The case has triggered widespread outrage and demands for strict punishment.
