Kashmir The Story
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Play S1 E1An insight into the conflict-ridden region of Kashmir, showcasing facts as they are. The purely observational piece of storytelling is an honest attempt to showcase life in the valley.
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Season 1
6 episodes
- 1. How Green was My ValleyKashmir, nestled in the Himalayas, an ancient centre for Shaivism, then Buddhism, and by the 14th century, Islam. A Muslim majority kingdom for five hundred years, in the early eighteen hundred, Kashmir comes under Dogra rule, and for 100 years it remains so, under the watchful eyes of the British. In 1947, Kashmir has to choose between joining Pakistan or India. Or, could she stay sovereign?CCOct 25, 2018
- 2. Genesis Of ConflictIndia and Pakistan become independent nations in 1947 but Kashmir, a Muslim majority region ruled by a Hindu king is reluctant to accede to India or Pakistan. An impatient Pakistan moves to annex her. Kashmir accedes to India in return for military help. An interim government in set-up, but due to Pakistan's proxy war and tacit British interference, Kashmir is irrevocably fractured.CCOct 25, 2018
- 3. If There Is A ParadiseKashmir is fractured by Pakistan's proxy war; Nehru decides not to send the army.CCOct 25, 2018
- 4. Dystopia/UtopiaKashmir becomes an issue that defines the India-Pakistan relationship. In 1971, skirmishes flare into war and India helps to liberate East Pakistan to form Bangladesh. When India wins the '71 war and captures Siachen in the 80s, Pakistan launches Operation Topac. A multi-phased insurgency that among others, drives out Kashmiri Pandits from their homeland.CCOct 25, 2018
- 5. Tunnel VisionThe exodus of the Kashmiri Pandits in the early 90s drives wedges between Kashmir's communities; Arvind Gigoo, a professor, recalls the manner in which the pandits were ousted from their homeland to live in refugee camps.CCOct 25, 2018
- 6. The Light at the End of the TunnelAlthough Kashmir has seen brief periods of peace, seven decades of cross-border militancy, constant military presence, wars and political unrest have all effected the pace of development in Kashmir.CCOct 25, 2018
Kashmir The Story
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An insight into the conflict-ridden region of Kashmir, showcasing facts as they are. The purely observational piece of storytelling is an honest attempt to showcase life in the valley.
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