‘Reconciliation’ Necessary to End Violence in IIOJK: Mehbooba Mufti

Mehbooba Mufti, President of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has issued a warning: reconciliation between India and Pakistan is crucial to stop the relentless violence in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).

During her visit to the Naidgam area of Gandarbal, Mufti expressed her deep frustration over the suffering of the people in IIOJK. She lamented that the ongoing animosity between the two nations has trapped the region in a cycle of conflict.

“The people of J&K are stuck in the animosity between the two countries. Their lives and their property are getting destroyed because the two countries are fighting each other,” she stated. This grim reality highlights the human cost of political disputes.

Mufti also pointed out that even non-local laborers are caught in the crossfire, further illustrating the widespread impact of the conflict. The ongoing violence is not just a local issue; it affects everyone in the region.

She emphasized the urgent need for dialogue, asserting, “Until both countries sit together, talk cordially, and take the path of reconciliation, India will continue to witness such incidents.” Her call for diplomatic engagement is a plea for sanity amidst chaos.

Mufti notably refrained from commenting on recent remarks made by National Conference President Farooq Abdullah. Instead, she focused on a broader sentiment shared by many in the region. “Every person in J&K, not just Mehbooba Mufti, wants this violence to end,” she asserted.

The sentiment is clear: the people of IIOJK are weary of bloodshed. They crave peace and stability, yet their voices are often drowned out by political posturing.

The situation in IIOJK remains precarious, and the lack of dialogue between India and Pakistan perpetuates this turmoil. The continuous cycle of violence has devastated communities and destroyed livelihoods.

The time for reconciliation is long overdue. The residents of IIOJK deserve better than to be pawns in a geopolitical game. Their lives should not be dictated by the whims of politicians.

Mufti’s remarks are a stark reminder that peace cannot be achieved through silence or indifference. Both nations must come to the negotiating table, put aside their differences, and prioritize the welfare of the people.

Inaction only fuels the cycle of violence. As tensions escalate, it is the ordinary citizens who bear the brunt of the consequences. Their daily struggles for survival are overshadowed by the larger conflict.

It’s time for leaders on both sides to demonstrate genuine commitment to peace. The people of IIOJK have waited long enough for a resolution to their plight. Reconciliation is not just a political necessity; it is a moral imperative. The ongoing violence must end, and dialogue is the only path forward. The future of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir hangs in the balance, and it is time for decisive action.