Islamabad: As the world observes the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, a new report sheds light on the ongoing plight of women in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir.

According to Kashmir Media Service, since 1989, 2,353 Kashmiri women have been martyred, and 11,265 have been molested by Indian troops in the region.

The report, released in connection with the observance, highlights the use of draconian laws by India to undermine the rights and dignity of Kashmiri women. It notes that following actions by the Indian BJP government on August 5, 2019, Indian forces have targeted, detained, and derogated Kashmiri women, disregarding their fundamental rights. The report further reveals that 22,980 Kashmiri women have been widowed over the past 36 years, and more than three dozen women remain detained in prisons across India and IIOJK.

Incidents such as the Kunanposhpora mass rape and the Kathua rape and murder case are cited as examples of the use of rape as a weapon of war against Kashmiris. The report calls for global human rights organizations to intervene and stop the violations against Kashmiri women. Leaders from the All Parties Hurriyat Conference have also appealed to the international community to address the ongoing state terrorism and injustices in the region.