Jammu and Kashmir Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Saturday condemned the use of abusive language on social media against women, saying it reflected the “failure” and “weakness” of those indulging in it.
Addressing a gathering at the Government Degree College for Women in Baramulla, minsiter Itoo said while she was open to discussion and criticism, foul language on platforms like Facebook was unacceptable.
“If you want to have a discussion, you can do it with me. You can discuss it with the MLAs for the government. You can discuss with the director,” she said.
“However, your failure, your weakness, the way you use abusive language on Facebook — I think it is the biggest humiliation for you,” minister Itoo added.
The minister said Islam accords the highest respect to sisters and daughters. She also pointed out the irony of such abuses being hurled when the head of a particular political party is a woman herself.Daily news digest
“That sister should also be explained that using abusive language on Facebook is not right. These things should be stopped. If you want to criticise, you can come and have a discussion. We are ready for a discussion,” Itoo said. (KNS)
