In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, senior leader of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, has reiterated that dialogue remains the only viable path to resolving the Kashmir dispute, emphasizing that violence and oppression offer no solutions. According to Kashmir Media Service, speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Mirwaiz stressed that the political dimensions of the Kashmir dispute demand sincere and sustained engagement through dialogue. “At the end of the day, only dialogue can resolve the issues at hand. Elections have been held, and a government has been formed, but the powers of the local administration remain limited,” he remarked. Mirwaiz urged the Indian government to reassess its approach to Kashmir, recognizing the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.

“Generations have passed, yet uncertainty and bloodshed persist. The people of Kashmir are yearning for a resolution and an end to this ongoing cycle of violence,” he added. He called on both India and Pakistan to take constructive steps, such as reopening trade routes and improving connectivity, to build confidence and create a conducive atmosphere for peace. “Such initiatives have been beneficial for many families and should be revisited. However, these are not decisions that can be made locally; they rest with the Indian government,” Mirwaiz clarified. Expressing cautious optimism about the possibility of dialogue, Mirwaiz stated, “If New Delhi offers a positive indication, the leadership of Jammu and Kashmir is ready to engage.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan