Dr. Farooq Abdullah defended the revenue generated by liquor sales in Jammu and Kashmir, citing his father's stance in 1977 and stating a ban would only occur with financial compensation from the central government. He criticized opposition parties for selectively raising concerns about liquor shops, while the government emphasizes its 'Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan'.
A devastating fire at a seminary in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, claimed the life of a 12-year-old boy, Bilal Ahmad, and left three others injured. Firefighters successfully controlled the blaze at Faizan Baba Hyder Rishi Darul Aloom. The cause of the incident remains under investigation by authorities.