Three Kashmiris martyred by Indian forces

SRINAGAR: Three Kashmir youths were martyred during a crackdown by Indian forces in the Budgam district of occupied Kashmir, Kashmir Media Service (KMS) reported on Wednesday.

A complete shutdown is being observed for the fifth consecutive day against Indian atrocities with residents of Shopian stating that dozens of villages have been attacked, people beaten and property damaged.

According to reports in the India media, internet services remain suspended in Indian occupied Kashmir. The suspension comes as Hurriyat leadership has reiterated its resolve to continue its online ‘Kashmir Awareness Campaign’ urging people to put up posts highlighting the Kashmir dispute.

Internet services had been restored for a brief period after being first suspended on the first death anniversary of Burhan Wani.

The brutality of Indian forces in occupied Kashmir has escalated since Wani was martyred on July 8, 2016. Over 100 Kashmirs have been martyred by Indian forces and thousands have been injured.

Pakistan has continuously raised concerns over the brutality of Indian forces in Kashmir at international forums.