In Kashmir, voting begins in first local elections since India revoked autonomy
Briefly

Shahid expresses a sense of confinement since the removal of Kashmir's statehood, stating, "We are in an open jail. We can't protest against anything, even power cuts or water supply." His remark highlights the profound sense of helplessness experienced by residents following significant political changes.
The atmosphere surrounding voting reflects both hope and apprehension, as residents, for the first time in a decade, seek to regain some control: ‘Now, I’m voting so someone can fight for us,’ Shahid emphasizes, showing an earnest desire for basic rights and services.
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