The Documentary Podcast BBC OS Conversations: Living in Kashmir
May 17, 2025
What is it like to grow up in a beauty marked by conflict? This conversation features three Kashmiri women reflecting on their deep emotional ties to their homeland while living abroad. Hear personal stories of resilience amidst military tension and the normalization of fear in daily life. Discover how individuals from both sides of the Line of Control find common ground, and explore the dedication to preserving Kashmiri culture through poetry and literature. Dive into the complex relationship between beauty and burden in this disputed region.
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Osama's Airstrike Trauma Experience
- Osama recounts hearing sonic booms and experiencing panic during Indian airstrikes on Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
- The community felt traumatized but found solace in faith despite the chaos and casualties.
Milad's Kashmir Conflict Witness
- Milad describes fear and business disruption in Srinagar during recent India-Pakistan clashes.
- He credits the Indian army for minimizing casualties amid missile attacks.
Enduring Kashmir Suffering
- The Kashmir conflict has been ongoing since 1947, repeatedly costing Kashmiri lives and damaging their infrastructure.
- Kashmiris desire a permanent peace solution based on their own wishes, not those of India or Pakistan.