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Assistance to Iran from Muslims in Kashmir in various forms

Widowed Muslim woman donates gold ornaments

Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir) – India recently sent medical assistance to war-affected Iran. Following this, sections of the Muslim community in Kashmir have also begun extending aid to Iran. (There is a clear distinction between humanitarian assistance sent officially by the Government of India and private citizens residing in India providing aid independently to another country — Editor.)

Cash donations, gold ornaments, and household utility items have reportedly been sent as assistance. A widowed Muslim woman donated her gold jewellery in support of Iran. (How many Muslims had extended similar assistance to the Indian government during the India-Pakistan or India-China wars? During natural disasters such as earthquakes and floods in India, how many come forward with such support? — Editor.)

1. Widowed woman’s emotional donation

The Iranian Embassy in India shared a video of the woman’s contribution on the social media platform ‘X’. The ornament donated by her had been gifted by her late husband and held deep emotional value. She stated that she had preserved it carefully since her husband’s death 28 years ago. (Would such emotionally significant donations ever have been made for Indians? — Editor.)

The Iranian Embassy expressed gratitude, stating, “Your tears and sacred emotions are a source of strength for us,” while thanking the woman and Indian citizens for their support.

2. Increasing aid from Budgam district

Budgam district, which has a significant Shia Muslim population, has reportedly witnessed a growing flow of assistance toward Iran. Several donation stalls have been set up to collect aid. (It should be remembered that when Kashmiri Hindus were forced into displacement and lived in camps for years, similar assistance was not extended to them — Editor.)

Citizens are contributing cash, jewellery, and essential goods. Women, men, and even children have participated in the initiative, with some children donating their personal savings.

3. Donations following embassy appeal

After the Iranian Embassy publicly shared bank account details for assistance, many individuals reportedly contributed funds. (Authorities in India should collect information regarding these contributors — Editor.)

Editorial Perspectives

  • 35 years ago, radical Muslims in Kashmir drove out Hindus, encroached upon their properties, and continue to oppose their return even today. Yet now assistance is being extended to Iran, their religious brethren. This raises questions about where their loyalties lie and where they do not. Can such sections ever truly align with India?
  • Among all Indian states, the Central Government spends the highest amount on Kashmir’s development. In return, what do tax-paying citizens, particularly Hindus who contribute significantly to national revenue, receive?

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