Brutal Assault on Kashmiri Prisoner: A Reflection of India’s Brutality in IIOJK

In Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), brutality against Kashmiri political prisoners has reached new heights. The latest incident, where Indian police launched a savage lathi charge inside Poonch District Jail, highlights the extent of state-sponsored violence against those who dare to challenge India’s oppressive rule. The act was not just an isolated incident; it was a calculated attack on the dignity of Kashmiri prisoners.

Kashmiri Prisoners: Victims of Unprovoked Police Violence

The violence erupted when a group of Kashmiri political prisoners demanded better living conditions, including a separate barrack for their safety. Instead of addressing their concerns, the authorities responded with overwhelming force. Adil Hamid Dar, a Shopian native, became the victim of this brutal police assault. The under-trial prisoner was severely injured and rushed to the Poonch District Hospital, where he was treated and stabilized. This assault is an alarming reminder of the disregard for human rights in IIOJK prisons.

A Systematic Campaign of Persecution

The incident at Poonch District Jail is not just an act of isolated cruelty; it is part of a systematic campaign of religious persecution. DSP Khalid Amin, the jail officer, has imposed draconian measures targeting Kashmiri Muslims. Reports indicate that Muslim prisoners have been forcibly shaved and banned from reciting the Holy Qur’an— a disrespect to their religious and cultural identity. Such actions are not accidental; they are deliberate attempts to humiliate and subjugate Kashmiri prisoners, stripping them of their dignity.

India’s Reign of Terror: The Dark Legacy in Kashmir

This brutal crackdown is not just the action of a few rogue officers; it reflects a culture of violence within the Indian prison system. DSP Khalid Amin has been implicated in the custodial killing of Zia Mustafa, a prominent Hurriyat leader. The Indian authorities’ disregard for justice and human rights is so pervasive that Kashmiri political prisoners are often tortured, disappeared, or even killed in custody without consequence.

India’s Brutal Silence: A Global Responsibility

The world cannot afford to remain silent while Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir witnesses cultural genocide. The Indian government’s actions are a direct attack on Kashmiri Muslims, their identity, and their dignity. The international community must step in and demand accountability for these state-sponsored atrocities. Human rights organizations and international bodies must hold India accountable for its crimes and ensure the protection of Kashmiri prisoners.

A Call for Justice: Global Solidarity for Kashmir

The ongoing persecution of Kashmiri political prisoners demands urgent action. India’s brutality in IIOJK must be exposed, and its actions must be stopped. The world has a moral duty to act. Kashmir’s struggle for freedom is not just a local issue; it is a fight for justice, dignity, and humanity. The international community must not look away. It must stand up for the Kashmiri people and demand an end to their suffering. The fight for Kashmiri self-determination is a fight for human rights on a global scale.