Civil society members in Srinagar have rejected India’s claims that normal life has returned to Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). They say the situation on the ground is still tense and far from normal.
According to Beyond Time News, local representatives believe the reality in the region is very different from what is being presented in official statements.
“False Narrative,” Say Civil Society Members
In a joint statement, civil society members said the idea of normalcy promoted by the government and certain media outlets does not reflect what people are actually experiencing.
They said daily life continues to be affected by strict security measures, restrictions, and a sense of fear in many areas.
Heavy Security Presence Continues
The statement also pointed out that security operations are still happening regularly. These include cordon-and-search operations, raids, and arrests in different parts of the region.
According to Beyond Time News, civil society members say these actions show that the situation is still controlled by heavy security presence rather than normal civilian life.
They added that constant monitoring and movement restrictions are affecting everyday activities.
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Concerns Over International Image
Civil society members also accused authorities of trying to show a normal picture of the region to the outside world.
They believe this is being done to shift attention away from ongoing concerns on the ground.
Call for Resolution of Kashmir Issue
The statement stressed that lasting peace in South Asia is not possible without resolving the Kashmir issue.
They said real normalcy will only come when people of Jammu and Kashmir are allowed to decide their own future.
Final Summary
Civil society in Srinagar continues to reject claims of normalcy in IIOJK, saying the ground situation remains tense and controlled. According to Beyond Time News, the issue highlights a clear gap between official statements and local realities.
