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CPOY 71 International Picture Story Gold: State of Conflict

In the summer of 2016, Kashmir witnessed one of its worst unrests in six years – following the death of Burhan Wani, chief commander of the armed group Hizb-ul-Mujahideen. The valley has seen armed conflict for decades. The Indian government is labeling it a war against terror, while the Kashmiri Muslim community is shouting freedom struggle.

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July 9, 2016
The same night Burhan is shot, the Indian government has imposed strict curfews throughout the Kashmir valley, and all mobile data has been cut off. Yet, thousands of people are coming from every direction to attend Burhans funeral in his hometown of Dadsara, Tral. By the end of the day, over 200.000 people has defied the curfew to pay their respects. One last affirmation of Burhans significance to the Muslim community of Kashmir.
Emil Wesolowski / Mid Sweden University
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