Following a tragic attack on tourists in Kashmir that left 26 dead, the blame has been placed on Pakistan by Indian authorities. However, this incident has sparked a wave of hostility towards Kashmiris throughout India, particularly students. Incidents of harassment, threats, and social ostracization have escalated as far-right groups and individuals target those from the region. Many Kashmiris face economic repercussions, including losing their homes and jobs, highlighting the worsening religious and ethnic tensions within the country.
As Dar and a friend stopped by an ATM, two unknown persons approached them, asking about their ethnicity. They panicked and ran away.
Kashmiris living across India, especially students, have reported heckling, harassment and threats by far-right Hindu groups or even their classmates.
Someone else carried out the deadly attack. And we are now left here to pay the price, said Dar.
Even as New Delhi has blamed Pakistan for the attack, the killings have also opened up the country's religious and ethnic fault lines.
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