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Express Tribune
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Indian court declares Kashmiri leader as 'proclaimed offender'
Listen to article The Indian court under the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has declared senior All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader and Chairman Jammu and Kashmir Salvation Movement JKSM Altaf Ahmed Bhat a Proclaimed Offender (PO). The NIA court issued a charge sheet against Bhat from Srinagar who has been residing in Pakistan since 1990s. The court accused him of involvement in multiple cases. It also ordered his arrest and production in court authorising Indian police to apprehend him wherever he may be found, including in Pakistan. In response to the development, Altaf Ahmed Bhat strongly condemned the Indian court's decision. In a statement, Bhat said, "Kashmiris will not be intimidated by India's nefarious tactics. No amount of oppression or arrests will deter us." He further criticised the Indian government for exploiting the Pahalgam incident as a pretext to launch Israel-style operations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir IIOJK. According to Bhat, these operations have led to the mass demolition of homes, the displacement of Kashmiri families, and the expulsion of Kashmiri students from Indian educational institutions. He highlighted that over 4,000 innocent Kashmiris have been arrested, with many families torn apart mothers separated from sons, wives from husbands and children from parents resulting in what he described as a "heartbreaking humanitarian tragedy unparalleled in the modern world." Kashmir has become a nuclear flashpoint, pushing both India and Pakistan two nuclear-armed nations to the brink of war, said Bhat. He called on international organisations and the United Nations to take immediate and meaningful action to resolve the Kashmir dispute in accordance with relevant UN resolutions. "Delaying a just resolution to the Kashmir issue could lead to catastrophic consequences for the entire region," he concluded.
Express Tribune
15-04-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Tribute paid to Professor Khursheed for championing Kashmir cause
The passing of distinguished Islamic scholar, ideologue and unwavering supporter of the Kashmir Freedom Movement, Professor Khurshid Ahmad was acknowledged by Senior All Parties Hurriyat Conference Leader and Jammu and Kashmir Salvation Movement (JKSM) Chairman, Altaf Ahmed Bhat as he expressed his deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences He recognised that Professor Khurshid Ahmad's scholarly contributions, with over 70 books authored in Urdu and English and his editorship of esteemed international journals, reflect a lifelong devotion to the advancement of Islamic thought and economic justice. "For over half a century, his life was an embodiment of wisdom, loyalty, eloquence, and steadfastness. His unflinching support for the Kashmir cause and his deep spiritual bond with the late Syed Ali Geelani (RA) will always be remembered with great reverence by the people of Jammu and Kashmir," Bhat added. In his condolence statement, Altaf Ahmed Bhat described Professor Khurshid Ahmad's demise as an irreplaceable loss to the intellectual, ideological, and freedom-loving circles of the Muslim world. He hailed him as the true successor of Syed Abul A'la Maududi (RA), a devoted advocate for Kashmir's right to self-determination, and a towering luminary of modern Islamic economics.
Express Tribune
23-03-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
JKSM chief extends Pakistan Day greetings
Chairman Jammu Kashmir Salvation Movement (JKSM), Altaf Ahmed Bhat, has extended warm felicitations to the people and government of Pakistan on the occasion of Pakistan Day, being celebrated today. In a statement, Bhat underscored the historic significance of the Lahore Resolution passed on March 23, 1940, which laid the foundation for the creation of Pakistan. He stated that this momentous occasion continues to inspire oppressed nations, including the people of Jammu and Kashmir, in their ongoing struggle for self-determination. The JKSM leader expressed profound gratitude to Pakistan for its unwavering political, diplomatic, and moral support for the Kashmir cause. He commended Pakistan's consistent efforts in advocating for the rights of Kashmiris on international platforms, asserting that a stable and prosperous Pakistan is pivotal for a just resolution of the Kashmir dispute. Reaffirming the deep historical and ideological connection between Pakistan and Kashmir, Bhat emphasised that the Kashmiri people see their struggle as a continuation of the Pakistan Movement. He added that the time has come for Pakistan to take practical steps for the freedom of Jammu and Kashmir, along with political, diplomatic, and moral support.
Express Tribune
08-03-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Bhat seeks international intervention on Kashmiri women's abuse
Altaf Ahmed Bhat, the leader of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) and Chairman of the Jammu Kashmir Salvation Movement (JKSM), has expressed profound concern over the ongoing atrocities committed against Kashmiri women in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), calling upon the international community, human rights organisations and global leaders to take immediate and decisive action to end the suffering of Kashmiri women. In a statement marking International Women's Day, Bhat highlighted the severe human rights violations faced by Kashmiri women under Indian state terrorism. He emphasised that since January 1989, Indian forces have been responsible for the martyrdom of 22,981 women. Additionally, approximately 2,500 women have been forced to live as "half-widows," enduring the agonising uncertainty of not knowing the fate of their disappeared husbands. The APHC leader also drew attention to the widespread sexual violence perpetrated by Indian troops, citing the molestation and disgrace of 11,265 women during the same period. He condemned the unlawful detention of numerous women, including prominent Hurriyat leaders such as Syeda Aasiya Andrabi, Fehmeeda Sofi, and Naheeda Nasreen, who have been imprisoned for advocating for the Kashmiris' right to self-determination. He stressed the urgency of addressing these human rights violations and ensuring justice for the victims.
