For 4 years, the Kashmiri people have endured a bleak existence following the revocation of their autonomy and the oppressive measures implemented by the Indian government. The suspension of democratic processes has left them voiceless their aspirations for self determination crushed. The heavy handed military approach employed by the government has only fueled the cycle of violence, casting about on its ability to achieve lasting peace.
Abrogation of Article 370 and 35 A :
The Abrogation of article 370 and 35A of the Indian constitution results in the dismemberment of the state of Indian occupied Kashmir into two union territories.
Longest Curfew & E-Curfew in IOJK:
Jammu and Kashmir endured a 1 year, 6 months and 1 day complete lockdown, including a social, economic, political, communication and e-curfew from August 5, 2019 to February 5, 2021.
New Domicile Law:
Induction of the domicile certificate in Jammu and Kashmir paves the way for settler colonalism and demographic change extending residency benefits to non permanent residents.
Land Grabbing:
The Jammu and Kashmir reorganisation orders of 2020 have repealed 12 acts an amended 14 land related laws in the region which empowers military and Indian government to allocate land to army and non state subjects.
New Education Policy:
The new education policy is devised to change the Kashmir history and erase the Muslim identity of Kashmir.
Media Policy 2020:
The new media policy restricts freedom of expression and targets journalist, region creating a chilling effect on the media in a highly militarized region.
Delimitation:
Delimitation of assembly segments is yet another tool of disempowered the Muslim majority of disputed region.
Governmentalization of Life:
A common hell mark of settler colonialism is the Governmentalization of people lives.
Aadhar and JK Family ID:
These databases enable India’s extensive surveillance apparatus in the occupied region facilitating control and potential prosecution of pro-résistance individuals.
Unlawful Activities Prevention Act(UAPA) :
The UAPA is used to suppress dissent, targeting journalist, social media users and, even innocent individuals raise their voices against human rights violations.
Repression and Cultural Impact:
Under the guise of investment from Indian and multinational corporations the local cultural heritage and socio-economic structures, are threatened.
Siege, Search Operations, and Property Seizures:
Ongoing siege, and search operations and restrictions on movement undermine basic rights and create an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty among the Kashmiri population.
Property Vandalism:
State investigative Agencie’s size and destruction of private private property, including homes and valuable possessions, impose collective punishment on the kashmiri people. Over 110,498 Private properties have been destroyed IOK since 1989, with 657 homes burned down in 2020, 130 in 2021 and 196 in 2022.
Misuse of Global Alliance:
India used the presidency of G20 and organized 2 events internationally disputed territory against all International norms.
Infringements of Religious Rights:
Eid prayers denied, Friday prayers denied and Muslim girls asked not to wear Abaya or head scarf.
