July 13, 1931 Massacre: Omar Abdullah’s Displeasure Over the Distortion of Kashmir’s Martyrs
July 15, 2025The Legacy of Sacrifice: A Nation’s Unforgotten Martyrs
July 13, 1931, is a day that marked a pivotal moment in the history of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), where Kashmiri Muslims sacrificed their lives to fight a British-backed regime. Omar Abdullah, Chief Minister of IIOJK, has referred to this massacre as the Jallianwala Bagh of Kashmir, highlighting the immense sacrifice made by those who resisted oppression. However, India continue to undermine this legacy, erasing the true heroes and portraying them in a false light.
A Distorted Narrative: Martyrs Turned Villains
Omar Abdullah expressed his deep displeasure over the misrepresentation of the martyrs of July 13, who are now wrongly portrayed as villains simply because of their Muslim identity. This distortion of history is a deliberate effort by the Indian state to suppress the true legacy of Kashmiri resistance. The martyrs’ struggle for freedom is being silenced, while false narratives are pushed to serve Indian interests.
A Tragic Betrayal: The Puppet Government in IIOJK
While Abdullah criticizes the misrepresentation of the martyrs, his role as Chief Minister raises critical concerns about his real power. Despite his position, he and his government were powerless when Indian forces stopped Kashmiris from visiting the graves of the martyrs on the anniversary of the massacre. Abdullah’s puppet-like leadership was exposed, revealing that his government is little more than a figurehead serving New Delhi’s agenda rather than the will of the Kashmiri people.
The Real Culprits: Leaders Who Betrayed Their Own People
Those in power in IIOJK, including Abdullah and his party, have traded the freedom of Kashmiris for personal gain. They have become puppets of the Indian state, compromising the sufferings of their people for political privileges. This is the real betrayal, selling out the ideals of resistance and self-determination that the martyrs of 1931 fought for.
Conclusion: A Struggle Crushed by Its Own Leadership
As Omar Abdullah reflects on the sacrifices of the martyrs, the tragic reality is that Kashmiris remain denied justice and freedom under Indian rule. The leaders who should defend the people are instead complicit in their suffering. The IIOJK government, under Abdullah, serves only the interests of New Delhi, betraying the legacy of resistance for political survival. The martyrs of 1931 continue to be forgotten, not just by India but by those who should have been their strongest defenders.
