Over 500 civilians and government forces wounded in widespread protests which erupted in Kashmir after India stripped the disputed region of nominal autonomy – report
Some 30 Kashmiri police officers who spoke on condition of anonymity fearing retribution from their superiors told The Associated Press that they have been sidelined and, in some cases, disarmed by New Delhi-based authorities since the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi downgraded the disputed region into two federally administered territories, tightening its grip.
"At the end of the day, we neither belong to our own nor are we trusted by higher authorities," said one officer. At least three fights have broken out between state police and Indian soldiers since Kashmir's status was changed, leading to injuries on both sides, two police officers said.
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