Srinagar, April 15 -- Social activist Ahmad Ayaz has expressed concern over a man stabbing his mother to death in north Kashmir's Sopore, stating that this is a disturbing trend where familial relations are marred by violence.

In a statement issued to KNS, he cautioned that if society remains indifferent to such grave issues, there is a risk of descending into a criminal society, losing the cherished heritage of peace and harmony to chaos and violence.

He also criticised the discord among religious preachers, who engage in unnecessary sectarian disputes and trivial matters.

He emphasized that places of worship should be sanctuaries for guidance and reform, not arenas for personal conflicts or divisive agendas.

He said that the Jammu a...