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From `Operation Sindoor’ to PoJK: India’s Next Move Unveiled at Launch of ‘The Kashmir Chronicles’

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive)

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh signals bold roadmap for Kashmir, hails book by Dr Vijay K. Sazawal as a landmark in unbiased documentation of Valley’s turbulent journey

In a moment charged with symbolism and strategic clarity, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh dropped a political bombshell while releasing “The Kashmir Chronicles (1986–2023)”, a seminal work by Kashmir-born U.S.-based nuclear policy expert Dr Vijay K. Sazawal. At a packed auditorium at the Constitutional Club of India, New Delhi, Dr Singh declared that retrieving Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) could be the next major step in India’s Kashmir policy following the success of Operation Sindoor.

“From the abrogation of Article 370 to the Pulwama response, from decisive counter-terror strikes to the successful execution of Operation Sindoor — the trajectory is clear,” said Dr. Singh. “In Viksit Bharat 2047, reclaiming PoJK is not a dream but a goal.”

Operation Sindoor: A Turning Point

Crediting `Operation Sindoor’ with shifting India’s security discourse, Dr.Singh emphasized the freedom now granted to the Indian Armed Forces. “Our forces now have the autonomy to act on the ground with professional discretion, not political constraints,” he said. The operation, which neutralized several Pakistan-sponsored terrorist hideouts, is seen as a milestone in India’s counterterrorism strategy.

Dr Singh, who represents Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur in Parliament and has long been regarded as a key figure in shaping policy on the region, called ``Operation Sindoor’’ a “showcase of India’s modern warfare capabilities.”

A Book that Cuts Through the Fog of Bias

Turning to the book, “The Kashmir Chronicles,” Dr. Singh lauded Dr Sazawal’s impartial lens. “Unlike many self-proclaimed ‘Kashmir experts’ who peddle their agenda, this book stands out because it is written by someone who has lived the tragedy and studied it without prejudice.”

He added that the book’s strength lies in its dual perspective — both that of an insider and of an observer who views Kashmir from a distance. “Dr Sazawal, as a Kashmiri Pandit, writes not to appease, but to illuminate — using facts and figures, not fiction and feelings.”

The Forgotten Exodus, Remembered

In an emotional reflection, Dr Singh compared the 1990 exodus of Kashmiri Pandits to the Partition of 1947 — but said it was even more harrowing. “During Partition, populations moved due to the creation of a new nation. But the Kashmiri Pandits were made homeless within their own country,” he noted. “They left with no warning, no shelter, no destination.”

Sazawal’s Book: A Chronicle of Chaos and Courage

Dr Sazawal, who spoke extensively at the launch, described his book as a decades-long deep dive into the political, social and strategic unraveling of Kashmir. The volume chronicles Kashmir’s modern history from the rise of militancy post-1986, driven by Pakistan’s jihadi proxies, to the period of policy stagnation during India’s unstable 1990s.

“The 1990s were a lost decade,” he said, subtly referring to the lack of cohesive policy due to political instability at the Centre. “There was no long-term strategy for Kashmir during that time — just short-sighted firefighting.”

The book meticulously explores governance failures, ideological confusion and external manipulation that allowed terrorism to fester. Dr Sazawal also underlined how Western disengagement after the Soviet exit from Afghanistan gave Pakistan a free hand to destabilize Kashmir.

Voices from the Security Frontlines

Brig (Retd.) Brijesh Pandey, a seasoned veteran who served in Kashmir, offered a sobering military perspective. “It was not just about guns and bombs — it was about winning hearts and minds in a radicalized landscape,” he recalled. “Kashmir was a battlefield of perception as much as it was of insurgency.”

A War of Narratives, A Chronicle of Truth

Dr Jitendra Singh sharply criticized the ecosystem of writers and activists who, in his words, “pose as intellectuals while parroting anti-India narratives for global validation.” He asserted, “I would rather be a non-intellectual than a pawn of narrative warfare.”

Looking Ahead: A Message to the World

In closing, Dr Singh signaled that India’s Kashmir story is far from over — and the world must take note. “Operation Sindoor was a message to the enemies of peace. PoJK will be the next chapter. We’re not stopping until justice is served — to our people, our territory and our history.”

The Kashmir Chronicles is not just a book. It is a mirror to the past, a map to the future and a memoir of resilience — written by one who saw the Valley burn, lived its exodus and now, dares to tell the tale.

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  • Lot of hidden stories related to Valley during these years of turmoil have been unveiled during the book launch and much more will be known after reading the book.Sh Vijay K. Sazawal ji has the right insight about the subject which has been summarised in the book "Kashmir Chronicles" and is a must read for all Indians to know more about Turbulent Kashmir (1986-2023) and the mindset of some of our people and political establishment during that period.

    • Thanks.
      The author is a close relation of ours. Clarity of his thoughts and views on Kashmir is worth knowing and nothing better at the moment than this book which our brothers and sisters will find as an addition to their knowledge.

  • After reading the book it can be assessed how is author different from othe suedo experts in presenting the narrative ،as Like me there are thousands who have lived here witnessing the dramatics without opting for comfort zones۔

    • As mentioned by Dr.Jatinder Singh who has witnessed our plight since long,the book. released by Dr.Sazawal from US is an unusual write up full of facts and data. The Author has been one among all displaced,deserves full marks for the job done.Let us all join together and compelled the political class to get us back to our birth land with honour and compensation for the sufferings and loss of properties and land.

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