A young Kashmiri shawl seller was brutally assaulted in Uttarakhand, sustaining multiple fractures and injuries. The 18-year-old was attacked by a group in the Vikas Nagar area, leading to serious head injuries and a fractured arm. The assault left him with bruises all over his body, requiring medical attention at Doon Hospital, Dehradun.
The Jammu Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) expressed shock over the incident, condemning the violence against the teenager and his family. The victim, along with his relatives, faced physical assault and questioning about their identity, escalating into a violent encounter. The JKSA highlighted the communal profiling and brutality faced by the youth, emphasizing the need for immediate intervention and legal action against the perpetrators.
Terming the attack as a disturbing example of communal profiling, the JKSA called for justice and accountability. The association criticized the assault on a young Kashmiri trying to support his family during the winter season. The incident, marked by hatred and violence, underscores the challenges faced by Kashmiris in India and the urgent need for protection and justice for all communities.
Opposition leader Iltija Mufti also denounced the assault, highlighting the systemic violence against Kashmiris in the country. She urged action from Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to address the issue and ensure justice for the victim. Mufti shared details of the attack on social media, calling attention to the need for accountability and protection for all individuals, regardless of their background or community.
