International community urged to address Human Rights abuses in Kashmir
Mushaal hails Geelani as ‘Beacon of Hope’ for Kashmir freedom fighters. Mushaal Hussein Mullick, the Chairperson of the Peace and Culture Organization and wife of imprisoned Kashmiri leader Mohammad Yasin Malik, has called on the global community to pay urgent attention to the severe humanitarian crisis unfolding in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).
In a powerful address at the Rawalpindi Arts Council, Mushaal inaugurated a photo exhibition showcasing the harsh realities faced by Kashmiris under Indian occupation. The event, held on the eve of Syed Ali Shah Geelani’s third death anniversary, served as a tribute to the late Hurriyat leader who led the resistance movement against Indian rule.
Mushaal commended Geelani for his unwavering commitment to the Kashmir freedom struggle, despite enduring prolonged house arrest and ultimately dying under such constraints. She described him as a “beacon of hope” for Kashmiri freedom fighters and a persistent challenge to Indian authorities.
The photo exhibition featured striking images that depicted the suffering inflicted upon the Kashmiri people, including victims of pellet guns, half-widows, and orphaned children. These visuals aimed to reveal the grim realities of life in IIOJK and challenge the narrative surrounding the situation in the region.
In her speech, Mushaal highlighted the brutal measures employed by Indian forces, which have turned the picturesque valley into a zone of intense conflict and repression. She criticized the lack of international response and the indifference of global powers and human rights organizations towards these ongoing abuses.
Mushaal called for increased global awareness and action, stressing that the world must recognize and address the injustices faced by the Kashmiri people. She urged for swift intervention to ensure a fair and lasting resolution to the Kashmir dispute, emphasizing that the continued suffering of the region’s residents must no longer be ignored.
The exhibition and Mushaal’s impassioned plea underscore the urgent need for the international community to engage more actively in addressing the humanitarian crisis in Kashmir and to support the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination.
