On November 28, 2025, the house of journalist Arfaz Daing was demolished by the Jammu Development Authority (JDA) in Narwal, Jammu. In response, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary visited the site to express government support for Daing and to demand clarity on who ordered the demolition. Choudhary emphasized that the elected government did not sanction the action and criticized attempts to intimidate journalists, stating that such behavior weakens democratic institutions. The incident has sparked backlash from political parties, particularly the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which condemned the selective nature of demolitions and the government's failure to address the ongoing economic crisis in Kashmir. The PDP has called for accountability from the government, questioning its ability to protect citizens during harsh winter conditions. Choudhary assured that a thorough inquiry would be conducted to hold responsible parties accountable.