In a surprising turn of events, a letter purportedly written by Mahatma Gandhi has emerged, addressing the Kashmiri Pandit community. The letter has ignited a heated debate due to its controversial content and the supposed authorship by the revered Father of the Nation.
The letter, which is currently circulating on social media, begins with a disclaimer that there is no connection between the Mahatma Gandhi mentioned in the letter and the actual Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, known as the Father of the Nation in India. The author expresses indifference to the offensive and potentially hurtful content of the letter, attributing it to their mental illness.
The letter proceeds to address the Kashmiri Pandit community, suggesting that they leave Kashmir, ostensibly to bring peace and tranquility to the region. The author calls on the Pandits to make a "small sacrifice" for their minority Muslim brothers. It alleges that Kashmiri Pandits have historically oppressed lower-caste individuals, denying them access to temples and water sources, and implies that they should pay for these historical injustices.
The letter further claims that Kashmiri Muslims only want the Pandits to convert to Islam or leave Kashmir. It portrays this demand as an act of love and suggests that the future will be even more challenging for Hindu Pandits, comparing their fate to that of a mosquito. It advises the Pandits not to provoke their Kashmiri Muslim counterparts to violence, referencing historical instances of violence perpetrated by Muslim rulers.
The author concludes by urging the Kashmiri Pandits to leave Kashmir for their own well-being, asserting that as Hindus and Pandits, they will have no opportunity to appeal for human rights. The letter closes with a message to "stay within the law" for their own benefit.
This controversial letter has stirred emotions and sparked a heated debate among various communities. While some view it as a disturbing example of hate speech and divisive rhetoric, others question its authenticity and intent. The Kashmiri Pandit community has faced significant challenges and displacement, particularly during the turbulent events of 1990, and the letter's content is a stark reminder of those difficult times.
As the debate continues, one thing remains clear: the letter's origins and true authorship are shrouded in mystery, leaving many to question its legitimacy and purpose.