Karachi, In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, India is reportedly using harsh laws to quell the Kashmiris’ quest for self-determination. This situation is highlighted amidst escalating tensions in the region.

According to Kashmir Media Service, Indian military, paramilitary, and police forces are alleged to be using excessive powers granted by laws such as the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA), Disturbed Areas Act (DAA), Public Safety Act, and Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). These laws reportedly enable acts that could be classified as war crimes or crimes against humanity, aimed at forcing Kashmiri submission.

There are reports of severe human rights violations by Indian forces, including extrajudicial executions, killings, arbitrary arrests, torture, and molestation of women. These actions are said to be executed with impunity, instilling fear among the Kashmiri population.

The Narendra Modi-led Indian government is facing accusations of employing these stringent laws to suppress political dissent in the occupied territory. Thousands of Kashmiris are allegedly detained in Indian prisons, with their detention being unlawfully prolonged, as per the release.

The report calls on global human rights advocates and international organizations to intervene and pressure India to abolish these oppressive laws, advocating for the rights of the Kashmiri people.