Kashmir Is An Integral Part Of India,’ Says Jamiat Ulema-E-Hind, Calls For Normalcy In The Region scroll.in

The Islamic organization accused Pakistan of using Kashmiris as shields. Islamic organization Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind on Thursday passed a resolution saying Kashmir was an “integral part” of India, and the welfare of people in the Valley lay in their integration with the rest of the country, PTI reported.

The resolution was adopted in the annual general meeting of the organization in Delhi. In an indirect reference to Pakistan, the organization accused it of using Kashmiris as shields. Jul stands steadfastly for the unity and integrity of the country and has accorded it paramount importance,” it said. “As such, it can never support any separatist movement rather it considers such movements not only harmful for India but also for the people of Jammu and  Kashmir.

Mahmood Madani, the organization’s general secretary, added that the Jamiat was not unmindful of the desire of Kashmiris, their self-respect, and the demand for preservation of their cultural identity. “There will be no compromise with the security and integrity of our country. India is our country and we stand by it,” ANI quoted him as saying.

The Jamiat urged the government to protect Kashmiris and their property while respecting human rights. “It must use all every possible constitutional means for bringing back normalcy in the region and winning the hearts of the people of Kashmir.