SRINAGAR: Indian troops in their unabated acts of state terrorism martyred at least 20 Kashmiris in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) during the last month of July, according to the latest report from the Research Section of Kashmir Media Service. The report revealed the ongoing Indian brutalities against innocent Kashmiris in the occupied valley.
According to the report released on Thursday, six of the deceased were reportedly martyred in fake encounters or while in custody. The fatalities have had severe personal consequences, including leaving one woman widowed and two children orphaned.
Throughout July, Indian security forces conducted several operations that led to widespread civilian suffering among Kashmiris. The report highlighted that a total of 216 people, including notable Hurriyat leaders, activists, and legal professionals, were detained.
Among those arrested were Mushtaq-ul-Islam, Advocate Nazir Ahmed Roonga (acting president of the Kashmir High Court Association), Advocate Mian Muzzafar, Advocate Mohammad Ashraf Butt, and the former General Secretary of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court Bar Association.
Many of those detained were subjected to black laws, including the Public Safety Act (PSA) and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), which are often criticized for their harsh measures and the lack of fair legal procedures.
Furthermore, the report documents damage to civilian property, with Indian troops having destroyed three houses and other structures during 237 cordon and search operations throughout the month.
These operations have also led to several injuries; around a dozen people were reported injured as Indian police and paramilitary forces used excessive force in the region.
The situation in IIOJK remains tense, with continued human rights abuses and state terrorism by Indian forces. The international community and human rights organizations have frequently expressed concern over the ongoing Indian operations and the humanitarian impact on the civilian population.
