United Nations: Tasleema Akhtar, a female activist from Kashmir who was present at the 55th United Nations session, exposed the “malicious propaganda” about Kashmir and provided a stark reminder to Pakistan about the state-sponsored terrorism that exists there.
Advocating for Justice at the UN
“In the UN, we demanded justice for our innocent people who fell victim to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. We also discussed the ongoing developments in Jammu and Kashmir, which are being observed by the entire world,” said Tasleema in an exclusive interview with ANI. Tasleema exposed Pakistani operatives at the UN who frequently act as Kashmiri citizens, rejecting “baseless” and “false” narratives about the region.
Critique of Foreign Commentary
“Some people living in foreign countries like the UK, France, and Italy have their own agenda. They lack proper knowledge and understanding of Kashmir. If they have acquired citizenship in foreign countries, how can they speak about Kashmir?” she said. The activist also praised the changes that have occurred in Jammu and Kashmir since August 2019 and the repeal of Article 370.
“After the abrogation of Article 370, Pakistan-sponsored stone-pelting has stopped. We have seen an end to riots and violence orchestrated by Pakistan-backed organizations,” said Tasleema. Tasleema draws attention to notable differences between the conditions in Pakistani-occupied areas and Jammu and Kashmir.
Prosperity and Tourism
“There is a stark difference. While we witness the construction of highways, roads, and stations on our side, in PoK, people are forced to build roads with their own donations,” she added. Speaking about the new era of prosperity and peace, Tasleema applauded efforts to boost tourism in Jammu and Kashmir.
“Kashmir has become a hub for tourism, attracting visitors from around the world. Kashmiri women are excelling as IAS and IPS officers, reflecting a positive change in youth mindset,” she said.