Threats to Identity: Kashmir’s Battle Against Modi’s Agenda

A palpable sense of apprehension grips the Kashmiri population as the actions of the Modi-led Indian government threaten to undermine their very identity in occupied Jammu and Kashmir.

According to reports, the BJP regime’s systematic campaign aims to erode the distinct identity of Kashmiris and reshape the demographic composition of the occupied territory.

The revocation of Article 370, which granted special status to IIOJK, stands as a watershed moment in this ongoing struggle. Critics argue that this move goes beyond legal reform, portraying it as a calculated effort to erase the unique cultural and political identity of Kashmiris.

The Modi government’s agenda to resettle non-Kashmiris in the region has sparked widespread outrage among locals, who view it as a direct attack on their heritage and way of life.

Furthermore, the looming specter of settler colonialism looms large over the occupied territory, raising fears of the potential displacement of indigenous Kashmiri people. The BJP’s alignment with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a Hindutva organization, adds another layer of complexity, stirring concerns of a concerted attempt to reshape the cultural and religious fabric of IIOJK.

In the face of these challenges, Kashmiris are called upon to stand united and steadfast in defense of their identity. Activists stress that the struggle for self-determination hinges upon safeguarding Kashmiri culture, language, and heritage. Any compromise on these fronts, the report warns, could deal a devastating blow to the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.