24/05/2026
In Kashmir, many people describe life under Indian administration as shaped by heavy militarization, surveillance, raids, checkpoints, and ongoing restrictions that have deeply affected everyday society and the mental well-being of generations.
Over decades, rising trauma, instability, and social breakdown have also coincided with growing concerns around alcohol and drug addiction among Kashmiri youth. Many Kashmiris believe these crises cannot be separated from the broader realities of occupation, fear, and political repression. They argue that while the world focuses on borders and geopolitics, an entire generation is being pushed toward despair, hopelessness, and disconnection from its future.
This illustration reflects the anger and pain felt by many Kashmiris — and calls for greater international awareness and accountability regarding the human rights situation in Indian-administered Kashmir. Beyond the visible violence of guns and barbed wire, many fear a quieter destruction is unfolding through trauma, addiction, and the erosion of hope among young people.
