Islamabad, A new documentary revealing the severe state terrorism and suffering experienced by the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) has been released. The documentary, titled “The True Version: Kashmir Disputed,” showcases a historical perspective of the Kashmir dispute, including statements from Kashmiri leaders, human rights, and legal experts, as well as alarming statistics documenting seven decades of Indian oppression in the disputed territory.
According to a news release by Kashmir Media Service, the eight-plus minutes documentary was shared by Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, on his X account, marking the eve of Kashmir Black Day. The Prime Minister urged viewers to witness the untold stories, the resilience, and the ongoing struggle for self-determination in Kashmir through this documentary.
The video features the words of the late Kashmiri leader, Syed Ali Gilani, emphasizing that Kashmir is a disputed territory, not a part of India, and highlighting the Kashmiris’ right to self-determination. Senior APHC leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, recently re-detained after a four-year house arrest, commented on the absence of democracy, rule of law, and accountability in Kashmir, noting the overwhelming military presence not for protection, but to combat the local population.
Mushaal Hussein Mullick, Special Assistant to the Pakistan Prime Minister on Human Rights and Women Empowerment, pointed out the extreme violations occurring in Kashmir, including killings, abductions, and the usurpation of economic and ownership rights of the Kashmiris. APHC-AJK leader Altaf Hussain Wani provided staggering numbers to illustrate the extent of the violence, noting over 97,000 killed, 10,000 disappeared, around 8,000 unmarked mass graves, and more than 11,000 women molested by Indian troops since 1989.
The documentary also sheds light on the increase in state terrorism by India in IIOJK following the revocation of the territory’s special status by the Narendra Modi-led government on August 5, 2019. This poignant piece serves as a crucial tool in raising awareness and documenting the ongoing crisis in Kashmir.