Jammu: Panun Kashmir, an organization advocating for the displaced Kashmiri Pandit community, has called upon the Indian government to critically re-evaluate its political and strategic approach to the ongoing conflict in Jammu & Kashmir.
In a statement released yesterday, the group asserted that certain policies and attitudes of the government have inadvertently fostered an environment conducive to terrorism and separatism in the region.
While acknowledging Pakistan's role in supporting subversion, Panun Kashmir emphasized that the Indian government's own actions have inadvertently contributed to the problem.
The organization levelled several criticisms against the government. It accused the government of denying the genocide of Hindus in Kashmir, downplaying the forced exodus of Hindus as mere "migration." Panun Kashmir argued that this denial emboldens terrorist groups.
Additionally, the group criticized the government's employment policy for displaced Kashmiri Pandits, claiming it prioritizes maintaining a "cosmetic secular texture" over providing genuine support.
Furthermore, Panun Kashmir expressed concerns over the government's alleged failure to address the demographic changes in Jammu, accusing the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of rewarding leaders who facilitated these changes and legitimized land grabs.
The organization also criticized the government for prioritizing tourism over decisive action to protect Hindu communities and for neglecting the growing threat of terrorism.
The group's statement concluded with an urgent call for the Indian government to scrutinize its policies and recent actions, including attempts to engage with groups like Jamaat-e-Islami, which Panun Kashmir views as counterproductive.
This statement by Panun Kashmir adds a critical perspective to the ongoing debate surrounding the Indian government's approach to the complex and long-standing problems in Jammu & Kashmir.
