Kashmir Conflict: Lone's Political Shift Sparks Controversy

Kashmir Fight, a social media handle linked to The Resistance Front, threatens former separatist Bilal Gani Lone for joining mainstream politics. Lone criticizes Hurriyat Conference and Pakistan, signaling a shift in approach by urging youth to see India beyond politics. The US has designated TRF a terrorist organization.

Kashmir Fight, an infamous social media platform associated with the banned terror group The Resistance Front (TRF), has issued a threat against ex-separatist leader Bilal Gani Lone. Lone recently declared his intention to quit separatist politics and join the mainstream political arena.

In a post, Kashmir Fight accused Lone of unmasking his true self, which he allegedly hid for years. In a separate interview, Lone criticized the Hurriyat Conference for being irrelevant and blamed Pakistan for creating chaos and divisions in the region.

Lone's remarks symbolize a significant move away from traditional separatist dialogue, admitting failures by both Hurriyat and Pakistan. He urges the younger generation to look beyond political bias and integrate within a powerful India, while TRF gains international attention as a US-designated terrorist organization.

(With inputs from agencies.)