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Celebrating Janmasthami : Deep connection to my Roots

Dar Javed Polity | Governance | Culture . As I sat in my small hostel appartment, thousands of miles away from home, my heart longed for the familiar streets of Kashmir. But little did I know, a news headline this morning was about to transport me back to the valley, filling my heart with pride and joy. "Janmashtami celebrated with religious fervor in Kashmir - Muslims join Hindus in celebrating Janmashtami". Tears of happiness welled up in my eyes as I read the news. I couldn't believe it. In a world where religious differences often drive people apart, my hometown was setting an example of unity and harmony. I remembered the Janmashtami celebrations of my childhood, the vibrant processions, the devotional songs, and the sweet prasad. But what made this news special was the fact that Muslims were joining hands with Hindus to celebrate the festival. I felt proud to be from Kashmir, a place where people of different faiths came together to celebr

Sare Jahan se acha …. The Wonderland That’s India.

Sare Jahan se acha …. The Wonderland That’s India Dar Javed : As a Kashmiri, I see India in my blood and soul. My love for this land is woven into the very fabric of my existence, and as Independence Day approaches, this love intensifies, stirring a deep intuition within me. I often find myself singing"Saare Jahan Se Acha Hindustan Hamara," a testament to the pride I take in being a part of this great nation. There is no place on Earth like India, and my connection to this country is as natural as the rivers that flow through its vast landscapes. May this love grow stronger every single day, filling my heart with an ever-deepening pride for my nation. Even when I step beyond its borders, I see no difference—I simply carry this love for my country wherever I go. Mark Twain once famously said that India is the cradle of the human race, the birthplace of human speech, the mother of history, the grandmother of legend, and the great-grandmother