The dastardly act of violence committed in Kashmir’s “Mini Switzerland” Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam on April 22, 2025 took away 25 tourists and one civilian too soon. As Kashmir stands wrapped mourning the tragedy, its people are out on the roads seething with anger against attack on Kashmiriyat that has always stood for unity, peace and harmony. The Voices student reporter captures moments of seething anger, protests, peaceful candle marches and an insistent demand for peace in the area. From Ghantaghar Lal Chowk to Bandipora – the Kashmiris have come out expressing solidarity, demanding peace and stoppage of innocent killings. Kashmiris…

The fatal road accident of the Indian army in Bandipora in Jammu in the first week of January and the subsequent rescue operation ensued by villagers of Saderkot Payeen has yet again highlighted the close-knit relation of the Indian army with the people of the valley. Despite decades of unrest in Kashmir valley, the Indian security forces have remained closely connected with locals in varied spheres of their lives. From giving a shoulder to injured at hospitals to being a part of the local religious festivals, the Indian army remains a tightly knit component of life in the valley. Several…