Archive · 13 Jun 2025
Mirwaiz Questions Kashmir's Post-370 'Normalcy' Narrative
Imagine a religious leader named Mirwaiz Umar Farooq gave a speech.
He said that things aren't as peaceful as the government says they are in his area.
He pointed out that people haven't been allowed to pray at the big mosques for Eid, a special religious celebration.
He wondered why, even though the government says nice things about Islam, people are stopped from practicing their religion.
He feels that the government is not allowing people to have any say in how things are run and that they are being treated unfairly.
He also mentioned a sad plane accident and sent his thoughts to those who were affected.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq criticized the government's actions during a Friday sermon.
He stated the narrative of normalcy after Article 370's abrogation is a 'myth'.
Farooq highlighted the repeated restrictions on Eid prayers at Jama Masjid and Eidgah.
He questioned the authorities' reasons for preventing Muslims from practicing their religious rights.
Mirwaiz also expressed condolences regarding the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad.
- Who
- Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Chief cleric of Kashmir.
- What
- Mirwaiz Umar Farooq criticized the government for restricting religious practices in Kashmir.
- When
- During a Friday sermon and in a post on X.
- Where
- Srinagar, Kashmir.
- Why
- To express concerns about the restrictions on religious practices and the perceived lack of normalcy in the region.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq's Stance
Government's Potential Stance
Normalcy in Kashmir
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq's Stance
Government's narrative of normalcy is a myth, with oppressive measures in place.
Government's Potential Stance
The government likely believes its actions are necessary for security or administrative reasons.
Eid Prayer Restrictions
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq's Stance
Condemns the denial of religious freedom.
Government's Potential Stance
The government may cite security concerns.
- Person Speaking
- Mirwaiz Umar Farooq
- Location
- Srinagar, Kashmir
- Event
- Friday sermon
- Main Issue
- Restrictions on religious practices
- Religious Places Mentioned
- Jama Masjid, Eidgah
- Government Action
- Lockdowns, House arrest