Detained Democracy: MLA Mehraj Malik Booked Under PSA in Jammu & Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 08 September 2025 A First in Legislative History On September 7, 2025, Jammu & Kashmir witnessed a political moment that will likely be etched in its legislative history for years to come. Mehraj Malik, the first-ever elected MLA from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the region, was detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA)—a law often criticized for its sweeping powers and lack of judicial oversight. This marks the first time a sitting…
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