India Files Terror Charges Against Six Hurriyat Leaders Over 1996 Kashmir Mob Violence

The Indian Express—India's National Investigation Agency filed a chargesheet against six Kashmiri separatist leaders, including prominent Hurriyat figure Shabir Shah, in connection with mob violence in Srinagar in 1996. The filing comes roughly 30 years after the events, signaling a renewed push by New Delhi to pursue accountability for political violence during the peak Kashmir insurgency years. Prosecutors said the six accused played significant roles in organizing or enabling the violence. The move is expected to intensify regional political tensions and draw criticism from Pakistani officials who have historically backed Hurriyat leadership.

• The Indian Express — Thirty years on, Shabir Shah and five Hurriyat leaders face charges over Srinagar violence
• The Hindu — NIA filed charges against six separatist leaders for their alleged role in 1996 Kashmir mob violence
• Times of India — Chargesheet filed against Shabir Ahmad Shah and senior Hurriyat leaders in the 1996 Srinagar case