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.

NATIONAL YOUTH DAY AND THE QUIET STRENGTH OF KASHMIRI YOUTH

National Youth Day arrives each year as a reminder but in Kashmir it feels less like a formal observance and more like a moment of reflection. Observed on the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, the day speaks of youth as a moral force—strong in character, disciplined in thought and committed to service. In the Valley,…