Former Parliamentary Candidate Wajid Burkey Highlights Human Rights Violations in Kashmir

London — Wajid Burkey, former parliamentary candidate for Sutton Coldfield, UK, has expressed grave concern over the worsening human rights situation in Kashmir, attributing the deteriorating conditions to the oppressive policies of the Indian government. In a statement, Burkey condemned India’s actions in the region, calling them a form of “fascist” governance and underlining the ongoing struggles faced by the Kashmiri people.

Burkey praised the resilience of Kashmiris, noting that, despite the imprisonment of the entire Hurriyat leadership, the people of Jammu and Kashmir have maintained significant moral pressure against the Indian military’s dominance. He emphasized the persistent defiance of the Kashmiri resistance movement, highlighting the courage of individuals who continue to oppose Indian forces in the region.

In his statement, Burkey paid tribute to the more than 500,000 Kashmiri martyrs who have lost their lives in the ongoing conflict. He declared his unwavering commitment to supporting the Kashmiri people in their pursuit of freedom and independence, asserting that India cannot stop Kashmiris from achieving their rightful goals.

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Burkey further called on the United Nations Secretary-General to address the escalating human rights abuses in the region, urging the international community to intervene and ensure that the Kashmir issue is resolved according to the United Nations’ resolutions.

The former parliamentary candidate’s remarks come amid heightened tensions in the region, with global calls for a peaceful resolution to the Kashmir dispute gaining traction.