Women have always been the backbone of Kashmiri society. Whether in rural villages, urban centers, educational institutions, healthcare facilities or local businesses, women have played a significant role in shaping the social and cultural fabric of the region. In recent decades, however, their role has expanded beyond traditional responsibilities, with an increasing number of women…
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INTERNATIONAL MOTHER’S DAY IN KASHMIR: LOVE, LOSS AND UNBREAKABLE STRENGTH
International Mother’s Day is celebrated globally on the second Sunday of May to honor mothers and their roles. In Kashmir, motherhood transcends affection, embodying resilience amid conflict and uncertainty. Kashmiri mothers are vital in nurturing families and economies while facing underrecognition and emotional challenges. Honoring them requires acknowledgment of their struggles and contributions.
INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR ELIMINATION OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN-DEMANDS MORE THAN SYMBOLIC SOLIDARITY
Every year, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women arrives and with it comes a familiar discomfort that societies often try to avoid. We speak of equality in loud voices but whisper about violence in hushed tones. We celebrate women’s achievements in public, yet ignore their suffering in private spaces. The contradiction…
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