Backlash in India: Tensions Surge Amid Kashmir Attack Aftermath

Public sentiments in India have escalated dramatically after a militant attack in Kashmir killed 26 individuals, predominantly Hindu tourists. The government's reaction has intensified anti-Muslim backlash across the nation, leading to the detention of thousands and the destruction of homes.

Tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a boiling point following a deadly attack in Kashmir that left 26 people dead, most of them Hindu tourists. This violent episode has not only spurred a significant rise in anti-Muslim sentiment but has also escalated government actions against Muslim communities, with thousands being detained and reports of hate crimes surfacing in states like Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed to take military action against militants, claiming support from Pakistan in the attack—a charge that Pakistan denies. Analysts express concern that such incidents have been leveraged politically, further entrenching a narrative that maligns Muslims to solidify support among India’s Hindu majority. Meanwhile, the situation is compounded by the expulsion of over 80,000 Afghan migrants from Pakistan, many of whom have familial ties in the region, raising questions about regional stability and humanitarian crises.