A controversy erupted in Jammu & Kashmir after the national emblem was allegedly vandalised at Hazratbal. The incident triggered strong political reactions, with J&K Assembly LoP Sunil Sharma blaming the National Conference, while BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal expressed deep disappointment. Shiv Sena and Dogra Front activists, led by Ashok Gupta, staged a major protest demanding immediate arrest of the culprits and strict legal action. As public anger intensifies, political pressure is mounting on the administration to respond swiftly. The desecration of the national symbol has sparked a heated political and social debate across the region.