Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 13: Ajatshatru Singh, former Minister and scion of the Dogra royal family, today strongly condemned the baseless and misleading statement made by Faisal Khan, also known as Khan Sir, a Patna-based educator, for his derogatory reference to Maharaja Hari Singh.
In a press statement, Ajatshatru Singh, grandson of Maharaja Hari Singh, said it is deeply unfortunate and unacceptable that an educator of such a public platform has chosen to speak without understanding historical facts.
“Maharaja Hari Singh was not only a progressive and visionary ruler but also played a pivotal role in shaping the destiny of Jammu and Kashmir by choosing to accede to the Union of India at a critical moment in history,” he said.
The former Minister emphasized that Maharaja Hari Singh signed the Instrument of Accession to India on October 26, 1947, at a time when Pakistan-backed tribal raiders had invaded the State.
“It is shameful for any educator to distort such a significant historical contribution,” he remarked. “Faisal Khan, being in the teaching profession, carries a responsibility to educate, not mislead. Making unverified and inflammatory remarks about a respected figure like Maharaja Hari Singh sets a dangerous precedent and disrespects the legacy of the man who ensured that Jammu and Kashmir became an integral part of India,” Ajatshatru Singh said.
He demanded a public apology from Faisal Khan for his irresponsible statement and warned of legal action if he fails to retract and express regret.
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