NC MLA Altaf Kaloo and Spokesperson Umesh Bhat Booked After PSO Files FIR in Anantnag

Anantnag: The Jammu & Kashmir police have formally charged National Conference legislator Altaf Ahmad Wani, commonly known as Altaf Kaloo, along with party spokesperson Umesh Bhat. The case originates from a complaint filed by the MLA’s Personal Security Officer (PSO).

The FIR was registered at Sadar Anantnag Police Station under Sections 121 and 351 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Investigators are now examining the circumstances surrounding the allegation.

Dispute Said to Have Escalated During a Security Detail

According to the PSO’s statement, a heated verbal exchange broke out while he was on duty protecting the legislator. The argument allegedly turned physical, with the officer claiming that Kaloo and Bhat assaulted him.

The officer further reported sustaining injuries, prompting him to lodge the FIR.

The matter remains under investigation; no court has yet adjudicated the claims.

MLA Refutes the Allegations

Altaf Kaloo has categorically rejected the accusations, labeling them baseless. He says he raised concerns with security officials after noticing the PSO’s repeated absences from his post.

Kaloo maintains that he informed the Senior Superintendent of Police (Security) and sought verification, after which the officer allegedly pushed him during the ensuing confrontation.

The legislator has appealed to senior police leadership, including the IGP of Kashmir and the SSP of Anantnag, to conduct a fair and impartial inquiry.

Police Weigh Both Accounts

The FIR presents two conflicting narratives. The PSO alleges he was attacked while performing his duties; Kaloo offers a divergent version of the incident.

Kaloo has hinted at filing a counter‑complaint against the officer and urges investigators to scrutinise all statements and evidence before proceeding.

Authorities have launched a formal probe to determine the exact sequence of events and establish the factual matrix of the case.

It is essential to remember that an FIR merely records a complaint; it does not constitute guilt. Any subsequent legal action will depend on the outcome of the ongoing investigation.