According to Beyond Time News, the tragedy continues to cause lasting grief among survivors, who say there has been no closure even after decades.
Funeral Procession Turns Into Chaos
On May 21, 1990, thousands gathered in Srinagar’s Hawal area for the funeral procession of religious leader Mirwaiz Mohammad Farooq.
What began as a solemn gathering quickly turned chaotic when firing broke out during the procession, creating panic among mourners.
Dozens Killed, Many Injured
The incident resulted in the deaths of dozens of people and left several others injured.
Families say the tragedy continues to cast a long shadow, with pain and unanswered questions still remaining after 36 years.
Annual Demand for Justice
According to Beyond Time News, victims’ families and civil society groups observe the anniversary each year, calling for an independent investigation and accountability.
Despite repeated appeals over time, they say there has been no meaningful progress in the case.
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A Painful Chapter in History
The Hawal massacre remains one of the most significant incidents of the early 1990s unrest in Jammu and Kashmir.
Even after decades, it continues to be remembered as a defining and deeply sensitive moment in the region’s modern history.
