DFP slams Modi’s Kashmir visit as deceptive facade amid rising repression
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party (DFP) has condemned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), terming it a blatant attempt to mislead the world about the ground realities in the disputed territory.
According to Kashmir Media Service, in a statement issued in Srinagar, DFP spokesperson Advocate Arshad Iqbal criticized the Modi regime for promoting a false narrative of development while perpetuating widespread oppression.
“On one hand, the Indian government suppresses Kashmiris’ aspirations for freedom and justice through draconian measures, and on the other, it shamelessly markets its so-called development mantra, primarily aimed at bolstering India’s military control in the territory,” he said.
The DFP leader questioned the credibility of India’s development claims, highlighting the ongoing human rights abuses, including restrictions on freedom of movement and speech, and the systematic seizure of properties from Kashmiris on fabricated charges. He added that the heightened restrictions, installation of additional checkpoints, and intensified surveillance on Modi’s visit expose the hollow claims of normalcy and peace in the occupied territory.
Advocate Iqbal also denounced India’s actions as a violation of United Nations Security Council resolutions, which guarantee Kashmiris the right to self-determination. “Instead of respecting democratic rights, India continues to treat Kashmir as a colony, prioritizing its strategic interests over the rights and welfare of the people,” he said.
The DFP urged the global community to see through India’s propaganda and hold it accountable for its blatant disregard for international laws and human rights in Kashmir.
