Kashmir Is a Wonderland. An Attack Shows It Is Also a Cradle of Despair.

Kashmir, a long-disputed region between India and Pakistan, has seen heightened tensions following a recent terrorist attack that killed 26 people, predominantly Hindu tourists. In response, Indian authorities have intensified military actions, leading to widespread detentions and allegations of collective punishment against the Kashmiri populace. While the Indian government promotes narratives of security and normalcy since 2019, many Kashmiris experience deep alienation and fear, exacerbated by rising Islamophobia and a history of insurgency amid claims of a deteriorating socio-political environment.

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