The Mutahida Majlis-e-Ulema (MMU) Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday expressed strong objection after screenshots allegedly showed pork products listed for sale on the online delivery platform Blinkit in Kashmir. The religious body urged the company to immediately remove the products and ensure they are not stocked or sold in the region.
Calls for Investigation
In a statement, the MMU said it was “outraged and shocked” after people shared screenshots showing pork products being listed on the platform.
The organisation said pork sale and consumption are prohibited in Islam and that Muslims are highly sensitive about the issue. It questioned how such products were allowed to be listed for sale in Kashmir and called for a thorough investigation.
“This matter should be seriously investigated by the authorities and those involved should be warned,” the MMU said.
Appeal to Blinkit
The MMU asked Blinkit to immediately remove the products from its listings and ensure that pork products are neither stocked, advertised nor sold in Kashmir.
The religious body also said businesses operating in the region must respect its religious and cultural sensitivities and act responsibly while offering products to customers.
