Iran gets assistance in various forms from Muslims in Kashmir

A Muslim widow donates her 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 aid provided officially and Indian citizens providing aid to another country. – Editor) Cash, gold ornaments, and household items have reportedly been sent as assistance. A Muslim widow donated her gold jewellery. (How many Muslims extended similar aid to the Indian Government during the India-Pakistan or India-China wars ? During natural disasters such as earthquakes and floods in India, how many Muslims come forward with such aid ? – Editor.)

1. 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 to her 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 charged donations ever have been made for Indians ? – Editor) The Iranian Embassy expressed gratitude.

2. Budgam District, which has a significant Shia Muslim population, has reportedly witnessed a growing flow of aid for Iran. Several donation stalls have been set up to collect aid. (It should be remembered that when Kashmiri Hindus were forced out and lived in camps for years, no assistance was extended to them. – Editor)

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Editorial Perspective

  • 35 years ago, radical Muslims in Kashmir drove Hindus out, snatched their properties; they continue to oppose the return of Hindus even today. Yet, radical Muslims in Kashmir extend aid to Iran, their religious brethren. This clearly shows where their loyalty lies. Can such sections ever truly align with India ?
  • Among all Indian States, the Union 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 ?