Hijab Row: J&K Grand Mufti Condemns Incident, Calls It Humiliation of Muslim Women Jammu and Kashmir Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam has strongly condemned the reported hijab-related incident, calling the removal of a Muslim woman’s hijab an act of humiliation and a grave violation of constitutional values. In a sharp reaction amid the political row involving Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, the Grand Mufti said such actions hurt the religious sentiments of Muslims and undermine the spirit of freedom, dignity, and equality guaranteed by the Constitution. > “Forcibly removing a Muslim woman’s hijab is not just an insult to her faith but a direct attack on her dignity and personal freedom. It reflects a betrayal of constitutional values,” the Grand Mufti said. He urged authorities to ensure respect for religious identity, protect women’s rights, and prevent the politicisation of faith, warning that such incidents risk deepening social divisions. to the growing criticism from religious and political quarters, with demands for accountability and respect for religious freedom gaining momentum.