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byKashmir Rechords
Sep 16,24
Jammu & Kashmir-Research, Undivided India (Princely States)

Annie Besant’s Warning to Kashmiri Pandits in 1903!

Besant’s letter warned that without swift action, missionaries could seize the opportunity to establish their own college, steering Kashmiri youth away from their cultural roots. “Do you want your children to turn into ‘Native Christians’? (Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Over 120 years ago, in a powerful and impassioned letter, Annie Besant,…

Lal Ded Chair Remains Unfulfilled: A Govt, UGC Promise in Limbo

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) As Kashmiri Pandits observe the birth anniversary of one of their most revered figures, Lalleshwari—popularly known as Lal Ded—the long-promised recognition of her legacy through a dedicated academic chair remains unrealized. Over four years ago, in December 2019, Ms Smriti Irani in the capacity of Union Minister…

H.N. Jattu: A Polarizing Leader Who Defied the Odds

(By: KR Ishan) With the passing of veteran Kashmiri Pandit leader H.N. Jattu on September 3, 2024, an era quietly came to an end. A leader who straddled the pre- and post-migration worlds of Kashmiri Pandits, Jattu was no stranger to controversy. Throughout his life, he faced opposition both within…

Political Resurgence or Marginalization? Kashmiri Pandits and the 2024 Assembly Elections

(By: K R Ishan) As Jammu and Kashmir prepares for its first Assembly elections since the abrogation of Article 370, the political landscape reflects a blend of renewed aspirations and deep-seated apprehension. For Kashmiri Pandits (KPs), this election is not just a test of democracy, but a referendum on their…

byKashmir Rechords
Sep 01,24
Jammu & Kashmir- Heritage, Jammu & Kashmir-Research, Princely States, Undivided India (Princely States)

Maharaja Hari Singh’s `Minister-in-Waiting’ !

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In the intricate history of Kashmir, many individuals have left indelible marks, though their names may not always be celebrated. One such figure is P.K. Wattal, a Kashmiri Pandit and dedicated civil servant, who played a pivotal role during the early years of Maharaja Hari Singh’s reign…