harpoon
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I haven't read the thread in full, but I've a pressing question on my mind to ask though. Why can't India and Pakistan both withdraw from Kashmir, relinquish both their claims and allow the Kashmiris to set up an independant state? To be honest, it appears that neither side is really enjoying any benefits by having Kashmir. Its definitely a drain on both economies for sure. Also, if both sides relinquish their claims over Kashmir, it would speed up the peace process won't it?
If we were to with draw why we occupied it in the first place. Indians from all corners of the country have given up their lives in Kashmir defending it against PA and PA backed proxies. What answer will GoI give to the families of that martyrs?
While we have kept our side of the Kashmir 'clean through special provisions in the constitution, Pakistan have actively encouraged migration to Kashmir from her other parts. So if Kashmir becomes one the odds are hugely in favor of Pakistan. Also I believe that this whole Pak love for Kashmir is nothing more than their desire to control the water resources.