Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday said that a ‘Pak trained’ surrendered militant ‘may be considered’ for Hajj, Umrah passport if on the date of applying for such clearance, he or she has completed 15 years or more in the state from the date of his return from Pakistan or Kashmir administered by the country.
In a written reply to a question by legislator, State’s Home Minister and Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti said that in case of a locally trained militant, who surrenders and has been subsequently acquitted by courts, shall be considered for clearance only after proper verification about his current activities.
“An applicant who has had crossed to (Pak)/Pakistan) for obtaining the arms training but has returned, eschewed violence, is not found to be involved or has not indulged in any anti-national activity and has exhibited a good conduct since his return may be considered for clearance of passport for Haj/Umrah pilgrimage and for such clearance, he/she has completed 15 years or more in the state from the date of his return,” Mehbboba said.
