Custodial Murder in IIOJK: Manzoor Ahmad’s Blood Exposes India’s Repressive Face

Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) has once again witnessed a brutal reminder of New Delhi’s oppressive approach. A young Kashmiri, Manzoor Ahmad, embraced martyrdom after being subjected to continuous torture by Indian police inside Kehribal Jail in Islamabad district. His death in custody has uncovered the dark reality of what India portrays as the “rule of law” in IIOJK—nothing more than violence under the cover of administration.

Manzoor was not a convicted person. He was an innocent, under-trial youth. Yet, his body tells a story of unbearable pain, systematic abuse, and complete medical negligence.

Torture, Not Justice, Rules the Jails

According to Kashmir Media Service, Manzoor Ahmad was in serious condition after facing three consecutive days of brutal torture by Indian forces. Despite his worsening condition, jail authorities failed to provide timely medical care. By the time he was taken to Islamabad District Hospital, his condition had deteriorated beyond recovery. He passed away shortly after.

This is not a case of simple neglect. It is a case of custodial killing, carried out with planned cruelty. The absence of medical treatment was not a mistake; rather it was part of the punishment.

A Family Devastated, A Region Enraged

Manzoor Ahmad’s martyrdom has shaken the entire region of South Kashmir. He was the only brother of three sisters and the only source of income for his elderly parents. His death is not just a personal tragedy; rather it is a collective wound that reflects the suffering of every Kashmiri home under occupation.

His family has clearly stated that Manzoor was tortured and denied medical help. Their cries now represent the unheard voices that echo throughout IIOJK.

Jails Turned Into Torture Centres

Prisons in IIOJK have long turned into centres of cruelty. Instead of justice, they deliver pain. Instead of correction, they promote suffering. Under-trial prisoners like Manzoor are treated as proven criminals—beaten, insulted, and denied basic rights.

This incident is not an isolated case. It is part of a well-established pattern of custodial violence that has become a standard tool of Indian policy in IIOJK. Detention, abuse, and medical neglect are now regular ways to silence resistance and create fear.

India’s So-Called Democracy Exposed

India regularly claims to be the world’s largest democracy. But in IIOJK, democracy is absent. What exists is force, spying, and violence. Youth are arrested without reason. Families are punished without cause. Freedom is reduced to an empty slogan.

The death of Manzoor Ahmad has again exposed the false image of India’s democratic claims. A country that tortures its youth and protects the guilty under state authority has no moral right to lecture the world on democracy.

Medical Negligence or Deliberate Killing?

The role of jail officials and medical staff cannot be overlooked. For three days, Manzoor was tortured. Even when his condition became critical, he was not given urgent healthcare. His transfer to the hospital came too late. This delay is no less than a silent killing.

In any responsible society, such a death would trigger protests, accountability, and action. But in IIOJK, it is simply ignored. No one is questioned. No system is improved. Instead, the pattern of cruelty continues without pause.

A Stain on Global Conscience

The silence of world powers over such crimes is shameful. Human rights groups have looked the other way. Global leaders remain unmoved. Their inaction sends a loud message: Kashmiri lives do not carry any value in global politics.

By ignoring the agony of IIOJK’s people, the global community is quietly supporting India’s actions. The blood of Manzoor Ahmad stains not only Indian hands but also the conscience of those who remain silent.

Hurriyat Demands International Action

The Hurriyat leadership has strongly denounced this custodial killing. They have called for an independent international probe. They have appealed to the United Nations, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and international rights organisations to take serious steps—not just issue routine statements.

It is no longer acceptable to observe in silence. India must be made answerable for its crimes. The people of IIOJK must be allowed to speak. And justice must be ensured before more young lives are lost behind prison walls.

The People Are Determined, Not Defeated

Despite this cruelty, the people of IIOJK continue to stand firm. The resistance lives in the hearts of the youth, in the prayers of the elderly, and in the tears of families like Manzoor’s.

The occupiers may use prisons, torture, and fear but the truth will not be buried. Every martyr becomes a witness. Every grave becomes a document of resistance.

Manzoor Ahmad’s Martyrdom Is a Verdict Against Occupation

Manzoor’s death is not just another story; it is a strong verdict against Indian occupation. It proves that India controls IIOJK not with law, but with suppression. His blood speaks more loudly than any slogan; it says that Kashmiris may be chained, but their will remains unbroken.

If the world continues its silence, more Manzoors will vanish behind bars. And with every death, India’s image as a democracy will be further damaged.