The Indian government, under Prime Minister Modi, has implemented a series of measures in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) that are altering the region's demographic composition. These actions, which began with the abrogation of Article 370, have introduced significant changes to the electoral landscape.
One of the most notable developments is the extension of voting rights to non-local residents in IIOJK, many of whom are reported to be non-Muslim. This move has been accompanied by the addition of approximately 93,000 new voters, predominantly non-local, to the electoral rolls.
Critics have labeled these actions as an attempt to change the demographic balance in the region. The term "demographic apartheid" has been used by some to describe the inclusion of these new voters, which they view as a controversial step.
These developments have drawn attention to the ongoing situation in IIOJK, with calls for the international community to take note of these changes and their potential implications for the region's population.
The Indian government maintains that these measures are part of its broader policy for the region, while opponents argue they represent a significant shift in IIOJK's political and demographic landscape.
