Mushaal Hussein Mullick, a prominent Kashmiri activist and wife of jailed Hurriyat leader Yasin Malik, has accused the Indian government of systematically stripping Kashmiris of their identity, homes, and access to justice in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Speaking to media in Islamabad, Mullick decried what she described as relentless human rights violations, alleging that India employs brutal force and draconian laws to suppress the Kashmiri struggle for self-determination.

Mullick claimed that the Indian authorities have seized Kashmiri lands, rivers, and businesses, plunging the region into a deepening economic and social crisis. She described IIOJK as a “prison” for its residents, where daily life has become unbearable due to oppressive tactics. She further criticized the international community, particularly the United Nations, for failing to take meaningful action despite what she called a long history of Kashmiri sacrifices. Mullick warned that the global silence on these issues risks complicity in the ongoing suffering, urging human rights groups and world leaders to intervene.

Her statements echo broader sentiments expressed in various platforms, including a seminar on Kashmir’s Right to Self-Determination Day, where she called for unfettered access for international observers and human rights organizations to IIOJK. Mullick has consistently accused the Modi government of pursuing a Hindu nationalist agenda, alleging efforts to alter the region’s Muslim-majority demographic through policies like granting domicile rights to non-residents. She labeled recent elections in IIOJK as a “disgraceful farce,” arguing they undermine Kashmiri aspirations and identity.

Mullick’s advocacy extends beyond Kashmir, as she has also condemned India for violating international agreements like the Indus Waters Treaty and targeting religious freedoms, such as imposing curfews on Ashura processions. She has urged Pakistan to take legal action, including approaching the International Court of Justice to address the imprisonment of Kashmiri leaders like her husband.

While Mullick’s claims resonate with some regional voices, they have sparked controversy. Critics, particularly in India, argue that her portrayal of Yasin Malik as a peace advocate overlooks his alleged role in violent acts, including the persecution of Kashmiri Pandits in the 1980s and 1990s. Her appeal to Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi to secure Malik’s release drew sharp backlash, with many viewing it as an attempt to downplay historical atrocities.

The Kashmir issue remains a deeply divisive topic, with competing narratives about governance, autonomy, and human rights. Mullick’s outspoken critiques highlight the ongoing tensions, calling for global attention to what she describes as an escalating crisis in IIOJK.