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Indian-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir Faces Increased Security as Elections Approach
As elections near in Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, the BJP government has increased security with 300 more paramilitary forces.
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by News Desk
2024-09-04
Indian-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir Faces Increased Security as Elections Approach

Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir is seeing a significant ramp-up in security measures as elections approach, with the BJP government deploying approximately 300 additional paramilitary force companies to the region. The elections are scheduled to occur in three phases: September 18, September 25, and October 1.

 

The government has justified this increase in deployment as a necessary step to ensure the smooth conduct of the electoral process. However, this move has sparked concerns among international observers and critics alike. Over the past six months, reports indicate that more than 400 arrests have been made in the region, and since 2019, over 800 Kashmiri civilians are reported to have lost their lives in incidents involving security forces.

 

In 2024 alone, over 100 search operations have been conducted in the area. The United Nations has expressed concern over the ongoing situation in Indian-administered Kashmir, highlighting the human rights implications of the increased military presence.

 

This pattern of heightened security during election periods is not new. Similar increases in troop deployments have been observed during previous electoral cycles. Critics argue that these forces often remain in the region beyond the elections, raising concerns about long-term implications for local residents and the overall stability of the region.

 

The situation in Jammu and Kashmir continues to attract international attention and debate, with ongoing discussions about the impact of security measures on the region’s civilian population and the broader implications for human rights and regional stability.

 
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