Kashmir’s deepening humanitarian crisis |
A recent report by the Kashmir Institute of International Relations (KIIR) highlights the profound humanitarian and psychological consequences of decades of conflict in Jammu and Kashmir.
The study presents a troubling picture of widespread mental health challenges linked to prolonged violence, human rights concerns and limited access to psychological care. Alongside these issues, India has also faced scrutiny over the rising number of missing persons in the region and setbacks in its space program led by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).
According to the KIIR report, decades of conflict have significantly affected the psychological well-being of the population in Indian-administered Kashmir. The region has endured more than three decades of armed confrontation, during which over 100,000 people have reportedly lost their lives. Additionally, more than 8,000 cases of enforced disappearances have been........