Anand Ranganathan’s Controversial Call for “Israel-like Solution” in IIOJK Sparks Outrage

Indian political commentator Anand Ranganathan has sparked controversy by advocating for an “Israel-like solution” in occupied Jammu and Kashmir. His remarks, echoing the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) Hindutva ideology, were made during a chat show hosted by Smita Prakash.

Ranganathan endorsed an approach similar to Israel’s settlement policies in the IIOJK, leading to widespread outrage. His incendiary comments have drawn sharp criticism from various quarters, with many labelling them divisive and inflammatory.

Political analysts have condemned Ranganathan’s statements, equating them with fascist tendencies and the imposition of the Hindutva agenda on dissent in Indian Illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The call for an “Israel-like solution” is seen as an attempt to marginalize further and oppress the region’s Muslim majority.

Other panelists on the show included Abhijit Iyer-Mitra, Sushant Sareen, and Tahseen Poonawala. Ranganathan’s support for Israel and Kashmiri Hindus has only added fuel to the controversy, intensifying the debate over the future of Kashmir and the role of Hindutva ideology in shaping India’s policies.

The provocative nature of Ranganathan’s comments highlights the deep divisions and heightened tensions surrounding the Kashmir Dispute. As the debate continues, calls for a peaceful and just resolution in Kashmir grow louder, underscoring the need for dialogue and understanding rather than inflammatory rhetoric.