As Kashmiris around the world will observe Jammu Martyrs’ Day on November 6 (tomorrow), the region will honor those who sacrificed their lives for justice with protests, tributes and calls for accountability underscoring the ongoing struggle for peace and political resolution.
According to Kashmir Media Service, November 6 marks one of the darkest and bloodiest chapters in Kashmir’s history, when hundreds of thousands of Muslims were mercilessly massacred by the forces of Dogra ruler Maharaja Hari Singh, the Indian Army, and RSS-backed Hindu extremists in various parts of the Jammu region.
During the first week of November 1947, as part of a mass migration to the newly created Pakistan, thousands of Kashmiri Muslims were brutally targeted.
The victims were massacred, marking one of the darkest chapters in the region’s history. This tragic event has been etched into the collective memory of the Kashmiri people, becoming a symbol of both loss and resilience.
Every year, Kashmiris observe Jammu Martyrs’ Day to honor the memory of those who lost their lives in this genocidal campaign. The day is marked by somber ceremonies, protests and heartfelt tributes, as the people of Kashmir pay their respects to the victims of this horrific violence. It serves as an annual reminder of the brutalities faced by the community and the strength of their enduring resistance.
Jammu Martyrs’ Day is not just a commemoration of past suffering but also a day to reaffirm the spirit of defiance against ongoing oppression. The victims’ sacrifices are remembered as a testament to the resilience of the Kashmiri nation.
Despite decades of turmoil and political strife, the people of Kashmir continue to resist efforts to erase their identity and suppress their rights.
As the day draws attention to the ongoing struggle, it highlights the Kashmiri people’s demand for freedom and justice.
The observance of Jammu Martyrs’ Day serves as a powerful call to the world, urging recognition of their plight and the need for a peaceful resolution that respects their autonomy and aspirations.
