In the Indian-administered region of Poonch, Indian occupying forces have ramped up their use of helicopters during search operations, particularly in the village of Mohri Shah.
Reports indicate that joint searches by the Indian army and police are underway, highlighting a significant increase in military activity in the Pir Panjal and Poonch districts.
Since the revocation of Article 370 on August 5, 2019, Kashmir has witnessed an alarming rise in military sieges and search operations, now an everyday occurrence.
According to reports, nearly 240 Kashmiris have been martyred during this period, with extrajudicial killings, arbitrary arrests, and instances of torture surging dramatically.
A report by the World Forum for Peace and Justice reveals that since 1990, over 10,000 Kashmiri women have reportedly been victims of sexual violence by Indian forces. The psychological impact on these women is profound, as they continue to live under constant siege and surveillance.
The cycle of collective assault, enforced disappearances, killings, and violence shows no signs of abating. A notable incident occurred in 1991 in the Kupwara area, where approximately 100 women were subjected to mass assault. The ongoing situation raises serious human rights concerns for the inhabitants of Kashmir.
