The recent deaths of at least 40 people during protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir are a painful reminder that the Kashmir conflict remains one of South Asia’s deepest unresolved wounds.
The roots of this tragedy go back to the final years of British colonial rule, when the policy of “divide and rule” contributed to growing tensions among communities. The 1947 partition of British India created India and Pakistan, followed by the creation of Bangladesh in 1971 after East Pakistan’s struggle for independence. Millions suffered displacement, violence, and loss during these historic upheavals.
Kashmir became a central dispute between India and Pakistan, with both nations claiming the region and ordinary Kashmiris often bearing the greatest burden. Decades of conflict, militarization, political instability, and economic hardship have fueled frustration and demands for dignity, justice, and a better future.
The suffering of Kashmiris on all sides must not be ignored. Lasting peace will require respect for human rights, accountability, dialogue, and a commitment to the dignity and aspirations of the people of Kashmir.
History shows that division creates wounds that can last generations. The path forward must be built on compassion, justice, and reconciliation rather than continued conflict.
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