Srinagar: National Conference Chief Spokesperson Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the recent killings of policemen and a civilian in the State and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.

“We stand with the bereaved families in their moment of grief and loss. The never-ending cycle of death and violence has consumed thousands of young, promising and honest sons of the soil. It is imperative that steps are taken to de-escalate the situation and find a permanent solution to the quagmire”, Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi said in his statement.