Being queer in Kashmir: Families, phones, friendships monitored, says report

A comprehensive report reveals the extensive control exerted over LGBTQIA+ individuals in Kashmir, highlighting issues such as monitored communications and scrutinized social interactions. The study emphasizes how family pressures and societal expectations surrounding marriage exacerbate marginalization. Additionally, educational institutions contribute to feelings of harassment and social exclusion. While some visibility fosters a degree of acceptance, it simultaneously increases the risk of backlash and surveillance for queer communities in the region.