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1947.

India was on the threshold of independence.

But the fire of the Hindu-Muslim partition was still spreading everywhere.

Out of the 565 princely states, almost everyone had decided

to either join India or the new country of Pakistan.

But the future of some places was still uncertain,

like Jammu & Kashmir,

where the population was mostly Muslim

but the ruler was Hindu.

Maharaja Hari Singh always wanted to be a part of India.

However, Prime Minister Nehru

was not ready to accept his accession

until he agreed to hand over the reins of Kashmir

to his close friend Sheikh Abdullah.

Capitalizing on this political tug-of-war,

Pakistan launched an attack on Kashmir

with its army and tribesmen during the dark of night.

Compelled, the Maharaja accepted Pandit Nehru's condition.

But before the Indian army

could completely drive out the enemy from Kashmir,

the Indian government accepted the UN's ceasefire proposal

and stopped the war with Pakistan.

As a result, one-third of Kashmir fell into Pakistan's illegal possession.

Taking advantage of the fact that it was the only Muslim-majority state in India,

Sheikh Abdullah demanded a special status

for Kashmir from the Central Government.

This led to the birth of Article 370,

which gave Kashmir a separate constitution,

a separate Prime Minister, and a separate flag.

Unknowingly, we had established

a separate nation within our own country.

Making full use of this power,

since the '90s, some Kashmiri separatists, Pakistanis,

and terrorists have made various attempts to break India...

right from wars to jihad.

They even went to the extent of massacring Kashmiri Pandits

and expelling them from the Valley.

Moving forward to 2015,

social media gave a new facet to this old conflict.

And a new star of the mujahideen emerged from this changing panorama,

Burhan Wani.

He captured the hearts

and minds of Kashmiri youth through his viral instigating videos.

The situation kept worsening,

and the Central Government in Delhi began to believe

that the time had come to rectify a historic mistake made 70 years ago.

Listen up! Please, listen to me!

Please, take your seats.

Please, sit down.

Otherwise, I will have to suspend you all.

Chairman sir, the entire nation stands as a witness today.

What is going on in Kashmir?

Thousands of innocent people are being arrested without any justification.

All telecommunication

and internet services have been suspended.

Why?

In my view, they are launching a deliberate attack on democracy itself!

Please, sit down.

What are you doing?

Kashmir, once believed to be paradise on earth,

has sadly been reduced to an open-air jail by this government.

- An open-air jail! - Settle down, please!

Please, return to your seats.

Otherwise, I--

Zooni?

Tell me.

Are you absolutely sure?

Greetings.

Greetings.

Sabia had booked a slot for a pedicure session.

Your name?

Maleeha, from ZamZam Parlor.

Sabia!

Yes?

Someone from the parlor is here.

Alright, Mom. Send her up.

Do you like this shape?

Why didn't Rukhsar come?

You know Eid is just around the corner.

Siddiqui ma'am's appointment went on too long.

You have a lot of dead skin.

You haven't done any treatments recently?

Auntie?

Yes?

Can you give me a bucket of hot water?

I'll fetch it for you.

Thank you.

You also have ingrown hair.

Did you use a razor?

You shouldn't be using one.

After this, shall I wax your legs?

No, thank you.

This is enough for today.

How about getting some nail art done?

It's a popular trend among youngsters.

Here, take a look. I have some great designs with me.

Please have a look at them.

Careful. Thank you.

Did you like any of them?

Let me know if you need anything else.

That's it. Thank you.

Your mother doesn't know?

Who are you?

Don't stop, keep swiping.

Go ahead, and take a look.

Gulposh.

Cute nickname.

Your anklet is so beautiful.

But this design isn't available in Kashmir.

Where did you get it from?

Tral Market?

or Kotli Bazaar?

But that's across the border.

Listen, I think you should leave.

I don't know anything.

I haven't even asked anything yet.

Please leave.

Burhan isn't a terrorist.

He's a Mujahid.

So, no matter what your army or forces say

the entire Kashmir supports Burhan.

Sabia, if I leave,

the ones who will replace me...

won't be as kind.

He is seeing four other girls as well.

Two in Kupwara,

one in Sopore,

and the last one from Rawalkot, PoK.

Think about your parents.

Your father's a heart patient, right?

Think about when the police will drag...

you out of here in front of the neighborhood.

How will he feel?

Don't put your life...

or your parents' lives

in danger for a fake love.

Where is Burhan?

Okay.

Khawar sir,

I've got intel that Burhan will be in Kokernag at 06:30 p.m.

We have to act now!

No.

Listen, it can be a trap as well.

I'll need to confirm with Jibril before proceeding.

Till then, no action.

But, sir, my information is--

Shit!

Hello, Chauhan?

Military Intelligence has eyes on the house.

We can't get full 360 coverage all around.

The north axis is a no-go, too many houses.

If anyone even peeks out by accident,

the whole operation will go bust.

So, the most important thing here--

Zooni, we've already spoken about this before.

I've been tracking him for six straight months.

I had to see it through.

What's the estimate of the count inside?

They're throwing a big feast for Eid, probably 20 to 25 people.

Including women and children.

Okay, these are the entry points.

Here, here, and here.

Major Kumar, from R.R.,

will lead the operation.

His team will enter from the southern axis.

Wasim, yours will come from the east.

And mine will come from the west.

Balram, you'll be with ma'am near the north wall.

Observation only.

Everything clear?

- Roger, sir! - Roger, sir!

Let's go, boys.

You don't have Khawar's authorization, right?

Burhan has slipped away from us twice already,

thanks to Khawar and his "informer" Jibril's back and forth.

Trust me, he will be there for sure.

Chauhan...

There's only one way to find out.

Sierra one on perimeter.

Sierra two in position.

Sierra one commencing breach.

Zooni for all stations.

Periphery looks clear.

Help!

Help!

Nothing's going to happen. Keep calm.

Ground floor clear.

Sierra two moving in.

Zooni. Contact. Out.

Cover me.

Sierra one for all stations. Hold fire.

That's him.

Boys, we got him.

Sir, we got him.

Zooni, you have no idea what you have done!

Ma'am, Burhan Wani has been shot dead

by the security forces in Kokernag.

How did this occur under your watch?

Ms. Aafiya,

there are certain things that neither you, nor I can control.

What about the ISI?

Were they not aware that an operation of this magnitude was taking place?

They were not.

I just spoke to Brigadier Pasha.

We are on the brink of an uprising,

similar to the Palestinian Intifada.

You have been saying that for a long time now.

But they always retract their support at the last moment.

Then why don't you propose a plan of action?

It is convenient to make grand claims while being safe here in Srinagar--

Mr. Abdali, have you forgotten

that you are a guest in this house?

We all mourn the death of Burhan,

right, Mr. Abdali?

And what about you, Ms. Aafiya?

In that case, shouldn't we unite to...

ensure his sacrifice is not in vain,

instead of fighting among ourselves?

We should ensure that this spark turns into a fire.

If we can maintain the anger

caused by this event within our people today,

I truly believe that we may be closer to achieving our freedom...

for the first time since the 1990s.

The news hasn't spread widely yet,

so it would be wise for us...

to shape the narrative of how this news is circulated.

Moving forward, we will release a new calendar every Wednesday.

The Strike Calendar.

It will specify the mosques in different areas

that will play the Pakistani national anthem

and identify the houses and localities that will be locked down.

It should be treated as a royal proclamation

and must be implemented accordingly.

Stone pelting should occur every other day.

Young or old,

ensure that everyone is equipped with cash.

Encourage stone pelting.

Make sure those Indians do not experience any respite.

Burhan's sacrifice will not go in vain.

The date of his funeral will be marked in golden letters.

Burhan was much more than a Mujahid.

He also happened to be the son of an ordinary headmaster.

We should take advantage of this information.

People worldwide will observe the event on their mobile devices

when the next Commander of our Freedom Movement...

a new "Burhan,"

will declare war against India in front of the world.

Revolution will come!

- We are ashamed, Burhan... - Your killers are still alive!

- We are ashamed, Burhan... - Your killers are still alive!

Zakir Naikoo.

- We will keep fighting! - We will keep fighting!

The time has come.

The Indian army may think...

FREEDOM

it can treat us however it wants,

but they don't realize...

the price they'll have to pay for it.

This game demands bloodshed!

Your defeat is inevitable!

A Burhan will be born in every house now.

How many Burhans will you eliminate?

There is only one response to Burhan's sacrifice!

Al Jihad!

Al Jihad! Al Jihad! Al Jihad!

What message do we have for the Indian infidels?

- Kashmir will become... - Pakistan! Pakistan! Pakistan!

What is our relationship with Pakistan?

There is no other God but Allah!

- What do we demand? - Freedom!

- What is our right? - Freedom!

What will we take by force if not granted?

- Freedom! - Freedom!

- We demand freedom! - We demand freedom!

We demand freedom!

Following the demise of the renowned Hizbul Mujahideen Commander Burhan Wani,

widespread incidents of violence have erupted throughout the Valley.

Sopore, Anantnag, and Downtown have witnessed

clashes between security forces and protestors,

resulting in numerous injuries to children due to pellet guns.

Some have been admitted to nearby hospitals.

Burhan Wani, the son of a poor headmaster,

was fatally shot by security forces and intelligence agencies

on the night of 8th July in Kokernag.

In the past two decades,

the Kashmir Valley has not witnessed a demonstration

as massive and violent as this ongoing rebellion against the Indian Government.

Who authorized this operation?

Was Khawar notified about it?

Were you aware of the estimated number of total terrorists present?

Sir, I only had information about Burhan.

Were you aware that women

and children too would be at the target location?

I presumed so, sir.

And what did you "presume" would happen if any of them were shot?

We killed Burhan...

without a single innocent casualty.

No, you have not!

You have not killed him...

you have elevated him to a martyr.

Kashmir has its own system and rules.

You very well understand the risks of going against

this established protocol, don't you?

You...

You have no respect for the chain of command.

You have bypassed my direct orders.

Furthermore, you involved the security forces without obtaining any approval,

despite the information being both sensitive and unconfirmed.

Because of your arrogance and stubbornness,

all these years of diligent efforts,

negotiations, and the pursuit of peace...

It's all gone.

Kashmir is burning today, and...

it is all because of you.

You and only you are responsible for it.

You are transferred to Delhi.

Effective immediately.

A curfew has been declared in Srinagar.

Stay indoors, don't venture outside.

Zooni.

It's time for your flight.

We'll have to move.

- Good morning. - Hi, Brinda.

I had some questions about Kashmir.

The press conference is taking place inside.

What are you doing out here?

There exists a notable tension between Ms. Parveena

and the PM's coalition, correct?

Why hasn't Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister,

Ms. Parveena, taken a decisive stance yet?

Instead of asking me,

you should direct that question to the PM's party president or Ms. Parveena.

This is the PMO.

We are concerned with national security, not party politics.

Of course, but you would agree

that Kashmir's political stability currently poses the greatest

security concern for our nation?

Everything's under control, Brinda.

You would have known this if you had attended the press conference.

Sixty people have lost their lives,

and over 7000 are injured.

Is this what the PMO calls

"having control" over the situation in Kashmir?

Excuse me.

Good morning, ma'am. PM sir is waiting for you.

Zooni.

Yeah, Chauhan?

Did I wake you up?

You didn't even call after going there.

How's Delhi treating you?

Wonderful.

Today, I am responsible for the security of the Minister's second wedding.

You know what?

Sometimes, you have to take a few steps back

to make a significant leap forward.

I am confident that you will come out of this stronger.

They've knocked me down to the ground, Chauhan.

Just hang in there, Zooni.

Just hang in there.

Take care.

In the past few weeks,

the Prime Minister met with six separate delegations from Kashmir,

which included village heads and school children.

The Prime Minister's outreach program towards Kashmir

has been ongoing for the past two years.

However, since the death of Burhan Wani,

it has gained new momentum.

Is the intention behind this new political approach

to reduce violence and tension in Kashmir?

Or is there a possibility that the government

is planning to take a major step in the valley?

How's your father?

Still as stubborn as you.

So?

Article 370.

I thought the PM was busy stabilizing the Valley!

Even you attempted to remove it during your tenure.

I tried but clearly failed.

That's why I have come to you.

So that, we can succeed this time around.

Rajeshwari,

what is Article 370?

A temporary provision...

that can only be removed with the approval of the Constituent Assembly

of Jammu and Kashmir.

But that assembly was already dissolved in 1957

after the formation of the state's separate constitution.

Exactly.

Without a Constituent Assembly in place,

where will the approval originate from now?

There must be some loophole

that allows us to transfer the powers

of the Constituent Assembly to another assembly.

What about the State Assembly?

As far as I know,

there is no provision for such a transfer of power.

Even if we assume that the power can be transferred to the State Assembly,

which political party in Kashmir will support it?

Will the PM's coalition partner,

Ms. Parveena Andrabi, provide her support for this?

Look, getting support from any local party is not possible.

This leads us to the next option of passing a new law from Delhi.

However, you should be aware that for the past 70 years,

the people of Kashmir have been influenced

to link Article 370 with religion.

They have created a perception that if Article 370 is abolished,

it will take away your rights to practice Islam.

They claim that you won't be able to perform namaz five times a day,

and all mosques will be converted into temples.

Moreover, people from other religions

will take away your daughters and sisters.

Ma'am,

NIA in Kashmir?

The ID and the police will simply refuse to cooperate.

Kashmir is their turf, ma'am.

I don't think they would accept any other agency.

Look,

I understand your hesitation.

But the PM is very clear...

about preventing a recurrence of what happened after Burhan's death.

And for that, we have decided that the National Investigation Agency

will be the apex body

for all terror-related cases in Kashmir from now on.

We need the best intelligence officers

with on-ground expertise in Kashmir.

We require the nation's best financial experts,

lawyers, CRPF, J&K police...

and I'll need a little more sugar in this coffee.

Got it, ma'am.

If there's nothing else, let's get back to work.

Ma'am.

Yesterday's on-ground report from Kashmir.

Delhi!

We extend a warm welcome to Delhi, sir!

Our entire team is here to assist you.

In this scorching heat, a Kashmiri is being greeted in Delhi.

- What a welcome for a Kashmiri! - Welcome, welcome.

- He's Mr. Qureshi. - Okay, okay!

You are the security in charge from ID, Delhi, correct?

Yes.

I am Mohsin, his PA.

Jalal sir will first go to his hotel, and then to the PMO.

I remember seeing you somewhere before...

Yes.

You must have seen the reports.

It is a complete mess.

You should have negotiated with Burhan.

Like how the Central Government negotiated

with Mast Gul in the '90s.

However, your agencies

consistently carry out major operations overnight,

without even bothering to inform us.

This cannot go on.

I will make it clear to the Prime Minister.

I will not be a puppet CM.

Ms. Andrabi,

let's put the past behind us.

The PM now wants to focus on the future of Kashmir.

And what about its present?

Sitting here in Delhi,

- you all think that everything is-- - Yeah, yeah, yeah.

We're meeting at the Western Court.

- Yes, of course. - Sir.

For sure. Okay, bye.

Sorry, sorry, I got stuck in traffic on my way here from the airport.

I am not accustomed to traveling in cars without

the official beacon, you see.

Oh, you're here as well?

No wonder Kashmir seemed so calm today.

Yes, of course.

Just like your speech is contributing to maintaining peace.

I'm sure you're also itching to give a speech or two.

But she cannot give any speech or statement because of you.

Don't mind, Ms. Rajeshwari...

Yes?

I suggest that we restart Track Two

diplomacy with Pakistan.

I will personally lead the delegation.

Naturally, you will.

It's been a while since you enjoyed nihari in Pakistan, hasn't it?

Mr. Jalal, Ms. Andrabi, the PM is ready.

- Let's go. - Okay.

So, please remember what I said.

Of course.

Thank you.

What did you say your name was?

Zooni...

Haksar, sir.

Zooni Haksar.

You are not, by any chance,

the daughter of Kabir Haksar of the J&K Bank, are you?

Very sad. It was really unfortunate.

He was a good man, your father.

You know,

I strongly believe that no matter how big or small

the problem you're facing is,

suicide is never the answer.

Nonetheless, you made the right choice by coming here.

India is a safe place for you to be in.

Over there, in Kashmir...

no one knows...

what might happen.

Alright.

Hi, Zooni.

- Thank you. - You're welcome.

Why Mumbai?

I had applied for a few jobs.

Hopefully, I'll be able to put my Economics degree to some use.

Don't you miss home?

Family? Friends?

Ma'am, if you don't mind,

why are you here?

To give you a chance to go home.

There is a crucial assignment,

and I want you to return to Kashmir for it.

No, ma'am.

With due respect...

I'm done.

Zooni, I am not sending you to work under Khawar.

You will be joining the NIA.

There won't be any need to report to the police,

the ID, or the local government.

You'll be given a free hand at the NIA.

You will report directly to me.

You will lead a team of your own,

with the primary objective of

putting an end to violence in the Valley and bringing some stability.

Forgive me for being so blunt, ma'am,

but it doesn't matter if you send me as an NIA officer,

an ID officer,

or as the CM of Kashmir,

it will not make a difference.

Terrorism is a business.

It is a commercial enterprise...

and it has nothing to do with this drama of azadi!

But it has everything to do with "money."

If America provides Pakistan with billions

in funding to locate Bin Laden,

Pakistan will feign efforts to search for him,

but ultimately refrain from capturing him,

as this will allow the continuous flow of funds.

A similar situation exists in the Valley as well.

Out of 29 states,

Kashmir receives the maximum funding from the Central Government

for peace, order, and development.

However, for years now, the influential politicians,

corrupt bureaucrats, and affluent businessmen in the region

have been exploiting Kashmir's conflict-driven economy

to line their own pockets.

They may pretend to pursue peace,

but they won't allow it to prevail.

Moreover, due to Article 370,

they control almost every institution.

No matter how much evidence we gather

or the number of cases we file,

their special status ensures

that none of them end up behind bars.

They have held the entire society hostage.

I had a schoolmate named Shivam Kumar,

a brilliant student, and a topper throughout.

Do you know what he does now?

He works as a janitor at Habba Kadal!

Because Article 370 prevents the Scheduled Castes

from taking up a government job.

If a Kashmiri girl marries a non-Kashmiri,

her property is taken away.

And let's not even discuss the rights of the Hindus.

Why is it that only the children of the poor shout slogans for freedom,

take up arms, or throw stones?

Meanwhile, children of Salahuddin, Parveena,

or dreaded ex-terrorists like Yakub Sheikh study

in top foreign schools,

earn prestigious degrees and acquire top positions.

I'm sorry, ma'am, but corruption is ingrained in them now.

Getting rid of it is impossible.

Despite our best efforts,

we cannot take any action against them as long as the special status persists.

And they won't let us touch Article 370.

Kashmir is a...

lost case, ma'am.

We should forget about it.

Just out of curiosity,

if you had to redo the Burhan Operation,

what would you do differently?

I wouldn't have returned his body, ma'am.

Wait until June.

Breaking news for this morning.

The esteemed Prime Minister

and his party president, Madhav Patel have made an announcement.

Citing persistent political differences,

they have decided to retract their support

to the coalition government led by CM Parveena Andrabi in J&K.

Despite previous denials from sources within both parties,

this move has come as no surprise to viewers who tuned in

to my Prime Time show at 09:00 p.m.,

where I had predicted this very possibility.

Zooni.

From this evening onward, Kashmir will be under Governor's rule.

Neither Jalal nor Andrabi can come to power.

I acknowledge that this is not an ideal situation,

but it marks a starting point.

Get ready.

The rest of the NIA team is waiting for you.

Ma'am, I have a request.

I require two more people on the team.

Okay, send me the details.

I'll see you tomorrow, at 08:00 a.m. sharp.

And keep a brief ready for the team.

BORDER SECURITY FORCE

And as per your special request...

Your team.

Interesting.

Special request.

It feels like I have walked into a trap.

Right.

Let's get down to business.

Following demonetization,

ISI's cross-border funding was significantly impacted.

Violence had gone down considerably.

However, unexpectedly, it is on the rise again.

Yakub Sheikh's network has grown faster than ever before.

But we've had a breakthrough on our end recently.

Zooni.

In Anantnag, last week,

an incident involving stone-pelting occurred,

during which cash was distributed to minors.

The investigation trail led to a maulvi,

who, upon interrogation, revealed a name to the security forces.

Shamsher Abdali.

He appears to have been the primary source of their funding.

Abdali is one of the most prominent dry fruit traders in the Valley.

Every week, many of his trucks leave for PoK.

In fact, approximately 30 percent

of his business takes place via the Uri-Muzaffarabad checkpoint.

In the 1990s, he was arrested while working for the ISI.

However, in 2005,

he made a deal with the Central Government

and was released from jail after assisting

in the capture of some important terrorists.

But we have now received information indicating

that he is once again working for the ISI under the pretext of trade,

facilitating their financial transactions in Kashmir.

See, the BSF and the army

are conducting extensive patrolling on all tunnels and cross-border routes.

So, cash smuggling is definitely not happening through those routes.

What if there is no cash?

Over invoicing, under invoicing?

Yes.

Somewhat like that.

Can you explain it in layman's terms, please, ma'am?

Okay, let's assume...

that one walnut is worth the same as one almond in value.

Wasim from PoK wants almonds,

and Chauhan from J&K wants walnuts.

However, Wasim does not accept Indian currency,

and Chauhan does not accept Pakistani currency.

There is no shared banking system as well.

So, what would both of them do?

Correct.

Classic barter system.

Okay, now let's assume I am ISI

and I instruct you not to exchange one almond for

one walnut but two walnuts instead.

But why should I give him two walnuts

when I would lose one potential almond in the process?

Exactly.

But what if I, as the ISI,

tell you that...

I will compensate for this loss separately?

Now, Chauhan has an extra walnut.

Which makes it?

- Profit. - Yes.

The money goes from the ISI's pocket to Abdali's.

Now, by selling this walnut in the black market in India,

Abdali is generating off-the-books funds.

- CRPF! - Hands up!

Down! Down!

- CRPF! - Fast!

CRPF! Hands up!

Stand up!

- Don't shoot! - Stop!

Hands up! Hands up!

CRPF! Move back!

Move over to that side. I said move over to that side!

Move! Towards the wall!

- Fast! - Get them!

Get down.

Down.

Where is Abdali?

Take him.

Where is Abdali?

I don't know any Abdali.

We work for a contractor.

Check the boxes!

Check all the boxes!

Chauhan, I need cover now!

Wasim!

Abdali's black money and his accounts.

Ma'am.

- I found something quite interesting. - Yeah?

Whenever the manager talks to whoever about Abdali,

he uses different names for him.

Like, code-names.

Like what?

Here.

Listen to this.

Israfil is quite angry.

Because of your negligence, three people were captured.

This is with PoK traders.

We need to cancel the delivery planned for 3rd March.

Mikail has verified the information.

ISRAFIL 3RD MARCH MIKAIL

This is with local separatists.

Please communicate directly with Azraeel.

I cannot make such important decisions on my own.

AZRAEEL

Israfil, Mikail, Azraeel.

The Islamic archangels.

Aren't there four of them?

Israfil, Mikail, Azraeel...

And Jibril.

Could you please give us a minute?

Okay, no problem, sir.

- Please close the door. - I will.

I know the identity of your informant, "Jibril."

Zooni, listen to me very carefully--

I want Abdali.

Stay away from him.

What if I tell you...

he has been working with ISI all along?

You are familiar with the concept of a double agent, correct?

Of course, thanks to you.

On that day, your double agent came very close

to successfully rescuing the most wanted terrorist in Kashmir.

Yes, and we are still paying the price for your "over-smartness" that day.

You have been establishing your "back channels"

with these separatists and terrorists for a lengthy period.

What benefits have you obtained from these connections?

In 1996,

Kashmir was witnessing elections for the first time in nine years.

The ISI planned to employ local militants

to assassinate five prominent candidates

and intended to spread false information through foreign media

that we were responsible for their deaths.

This would have led to an international incident

and possible sanctions against India.

The entire intelligence system had failed to capture the militants.

That's when I utilized Abdali as a means

to persuade them to abandon their plan.

Do you have any idea why my back channels exist?

Because when all other options fail,

my back channels are the only thing

that bloody works!

How did you manage to convince them, sir?

By offering money, right?

That would be considered as extortion rather than convincing.

Abdali is useful and resourceful.

Thirteen years ago, I facilitated his release from jail,

and he has been my asset ever since.

If you haven't harbored suspicions about him for the past 13 years

based on the perception of him repaying a favor,

then perhaps he is not your asset, you are his.

Get out of my office.

Give me Abdali.

Don't make me call Delhi.

Mr. Abdali!

The army is here.

Arrange for a grand welcome.

Okay.

Wasim for Chauhan.

Stone-pelters. 150 to 200.

Hold them off.

This is a CRPF convoy!

Step out of our path, or I will have no choice but to open fire.

Please step away.

They aren't regular stone pelters.

This is a planned mob.

This is a CRPF convoy.

I need immediate backup.

Lalitpora Village.

Four kilometers away from the highway.

Backup is on the way, sir. 20 to 25 minutes!

Twenty-five minutes are more than enough for them to get me out of here.

Asset car switching to an alternate route.

Reverse and exit.

Hold the doors, hold the doors!

We won't be able to hold them out for long!

Free Abdali!

Please step away.

Back off!

Wasim, this is getting out of control!

I'll have to shoot.

Back off!

Stop it! Step back!

Step back!

Move! Move!

Chauhan, we didn't have any other option.

Had you not tied Abdali to the jeep,

it would have resulted in either our deaths

or a child dying by our bullets.

This way. Easy.

This is Mr. Haashim.

The headman of the village in Shopian.

He has been actively campaigning

against stone pelting and militancy for many years.

In addition, he has successfully

rehabilitated numerous misguided children.

These are for you.

Fresh apples, from my garden.

Thank you.

I have a request to make.

Please don't punish the entire village

for the actions of those children who engaged in stone pelting today.

What are you saying?

Don't be worried. We won't take any such action.

This is unfortunate but true.

Children often become involved in stone pelting due

to the allure of money or under political pressure.

Who pressured them yesterday?

The local MLA...

from CM madam's party.

We are constantly forced to beg for even the most basic necessities.

In return, we are compelled to participate in strikes and processions

as directed by those in power.

Today, we are under "Governor's rule," but tomorrow that may change.

The same individuals will return to power,

making it risky to fight

or oppose them.

In Kashmir, being a friend of India

is more dangerous than being an enemy of India.

Education Ministry?

The decision is up to you.

Commerce and Industry?

You can decide that as well.

Mr. Jalal,

I must say you are displaying great generosity today.

The occasion calls for it.

Once our government is established,

we will even deliver a joint speech at Lal Chowk.

Mr. Jalal, do you remember...

how the formation of the government got stuck

over the finance ministry between our fathers last time?

Let's leave the past behind and move forward, Ms. Parveena.

So much water has flown down the Jhelum since.

A new Kashmir is on the horizon.

Just imagine the unease

in Delhi when they hear about this progress.

Listen, Mohsin,

fax the coalition letter to the Governor in Jammu.

Hello?

I'll call you back, sir.

Zooni!

Abdali!

Call a doctor!

Abdali!

Things are going according to the plan.

The government will be established by this evening.

The Governor's rule will come to an end.

I am just a little concerned about Abdali.

You worry too much, Mr. Jalal.

You forget you have Yakub at your service.

Once the government is established, we will decide

who will remain in jail, and who will be released.

Goodbye.

Sir.

The fax is not going through, sir.

Their machine isn't responding.

Zooni, he is buying time.

For what, ma'am?

He will spend a maximum of one week in the hospital.

After that, he is all ours.

Zooni, there's a development.

Jalal and Andrabi are forming a coalition government.

If that happens,

then all the work you have done up until now will go to waste.

I suggest you bring Abdali to Delhi via an air ambulance.

- Delhi? - Zooni,

I can't explain everything right now.

Just trust me. Please.

Copy, ma'am.

Sir, the Chief Secretary.

Hanif, what the hell is going on?

Listen, don't play games with me.

Otherwise, you will be the first one

to lose your job once we establish the government.

You understand?

And get the damn fax machine working right away!

- Javed! - Yes, sir.

Find out where the hell the Governor is!

Shit, he is a snake, this damn Hanif!

Neither his PA nor his press secretary

nor any other staff is answering their phones!

You know what?

I'm going to put this online

- and tag the Governor. - Yeah.

Let's see how he stops us from forming a coalition.

Zooni, he will never return from Delhi.

I don't think Rajeshwari ma'am is telling us the whole story.

The PMO is definitely playing a big game

that we may never find out about.

Anyway,

I am going to Jammu and Reasi to seize some assets of Abdali.

I'll see you on the 15th.

See you.

NVN News brings you a major breaking news update!

Following recent reports of alleged buying and selling of MLAs

in Jammu and Kashmir,

the Governor has officially called for the dissolution of the assembly

and the implementation of the President's rule in the state,

effective from next month.

As a result of this significant development,

the aspirations of numerous prominent politicians

to establish a government in Jammu and Kashmir have been shattered.

It is important to inform

our audience that during the period of the President's rule,

re-elections will not be conducted until the political stability

and overall situation in the state are to the satisfaction of the President.

This can often take weeks,

months, or even years.

- Morning, ma'am. - Good morning.

Sit.

What's the update on Abdali?

Stable, ma'am.

We'll handle him from now on.

Ma'am...

the decision to give jurisdiction to the NIA in Kashmir,

the crackdown on the financial networks of Abdali and his handlers,

and the imposition of the President's rule...

It's all linked, ma'am?

Linked to what?

Are we...

abrogating Article 370?

I have to light a lamp From burning dreams

I have to forget one wound By receiving another, it seems

- Well said, well said. - Well said.

No one is forced To keep the bond alive

I've opened the door of my heart

Go where you strive

- Well said, well said, sir. - Well said!

- Thank you. - Good one, sir.

Amazing! Superb!

Since you left for your special assignment,

we haven't had the opportunity to listen to your poems.

Do you think I came here to recite poetry to you?

Actually, CO sir informed me

that Tribhuvan returned from his village yesterday,

so I assumed he must have brought some choorma with him.

Yes, sir!

Red van,

- please maintain a distance of 50 feet. - Let me have some as well.

Red van!

Red Van! Please maintain a distance of 50 feet.

Eat less!

Aren't you getting married next month?

Your wife will leave you if you keep at it like this.

- Come on, sir! - What, "Come on, sir"?

Chauhan? Where are you?

I am currently returning from Jammu.

I am with the convoy.

- Hello? - Is everything fine in Delhi?

I saw the news.

I'm saying, you were right.

There's something really big happening.

Hello? I can't hear you. Your voice is breaking.

- Zooni? - I'm saying...

you were right.

There's something really big happening.

I can't discuss it over the phone.

- When will you arrive? - Zooni!

Hello?

Let's speak properly once you're back, yeah?

Chauhan, your voice is cracking. What?

Let's speak properly once you're--

We'll unite once more

But for now, just let me go

We'll unite once more

But for now, just let me go

I'll seek the divine

And make him craft a new fate

With this new fate Of mine, I know

We'll meet at Some point for sure

But for now, just let me go

We'll meet once again

But for now, just let me go

All set to go to Kashmir?

Yes, ma'am.

Zooni.

Are you going to be okay?

Ma'am...

Chauhan will never know what he died for.

Chauhan's sacrifice will not go in vain.

We've got a lead on Pulwama.

It's Yakub Sheikh.

Oh, dear! You have a high fever.

Oh, my!

Prayers are not enough, you need medicine.

I won't have it.

Why are you refusing? Just take a little.

This will help alleviate the fever and your cold.

Look, the fever has already subsided.

Move! Step back!

- Wait! Give me a second. - Where are they taking Father?

- Calm down. - Where are they taking him?

Oh, dear.

The man giving the call to prayer here has an off-key voice.

We are in Humhama, right?

What purpose did the mask serve?

Who all were involved in the Pulwama incident?

Who brought the RDX? Which locals helped you?

Quickly write everything down.

"NIA. National Investigation Agency.

Government of India."

NIA hadn't even been established

when someone last tried to arrest me.

A week-long curfew had to be imposed throughout Kashmir.

You cannot even touch me.

A single scratch...

and the human rights activists...

will rip your investigation apart

and throw it in the Jhelum.

You are nothing but a two-bit terrorist.

Got it?

You only dress well.

Your face flushes when you're angry.

But the anger is justified, I suppose.

You have suffered significant losses.

How many died?

Thirty-five?

Forty!

Right?

Wasim, take a break.

Got a cigarette?

Send over some tea.

Are you Kashmiri?

Hey, are you a Pandit?

Or are you from our community?

Damn, I wish there was some tea to go with this.

But I'll make do.

Zooni?

Zooni, what are you doing?

Zooni!

Good, at least there is someone intelligent in this unit.

Even if that someone happens to be a girl.

That boy is quite emotional, isn't he?

It's good that you gave him a break...

to calm down. Right?

Otherwise...

Stay where you are, Wasim!

Zooni, this is Kashmir, not Delhi!

I don't care! Get out!

Mattoo, take everyone and go downstairs.

Wasim, I said get out!

- He will die, Zooni! - Get out!

Hey!

- Shit! - I won't spare you!

Pull me up!

Did you hear me?

You are a freedom fighter, aren't you?

So, get ready to sacrifice yourself.

Stop this joke.

Pull me up.

We sent empty coffins from Pulwama.

Their family members couldn't even see their faces.

Who all was involved, Yakub?

Pull me up! I said pull me up!

Tell me quickly,

my hand can slip anytime.

Naikoo! Naikoo! Naikoo!

Zakir Naikoo!

Please, please.

Naikoo was the mastermind behind the whole plan.

He is directly dealing with the ISI now.

For the past year...

he has been involved in establishing the entire network of Jaish-e-Mohammad.

Where did the RDX come from?

From across the border via the Kathua Tunnel.

What was the plan?

In the past,

the highway would be closed to regular traffic during convoy movements.

Nevertheless, for the ease of the public,

CRPF had relaxed that rule a few months ago.

Naikoo saw an opportunity in this situation.

Upon learning about the troop movement on the 14th of February,

he immediately put his plan into action.

Who was the suicide bomber?

Adil Darr.

He was a 20-year-old kid.

He had been incarcerated for engaging in stone-pelting activities...

but was identified and set free.

Set free by whom?

Khawar.

Listen, Zooni...

I had no idea about it.

I thought he was just a kid involved in stone pelting.

It was supposed to be a small favor, that's all.

Forty soldiers.

Forty!

We lost 40 of our men because of your "small favor"!

Who called you?

Who called you, Khawar?!

What happened? Can't remember?

Or can't say it?

Or was the person who called also your asset?

Every time! Every time!

Every single time, we have a breakthrough,

somehow you are always there to just screw it up for us!

Thirty years.

I have dedicated 30 years of my life to the ID!

You have no idea what I have done for my country.

My methods have always produced results in crunch time.

It is just that my back channels--

Say back channels one more time and I will drag you out of here!

It is because of people like you that we are still stuck where we are!

We haven't moved at all!

But I am putting an end to it.

You are suspended...

effective immediately!

Indian Government claims to have conducted an airstrike on Balakot,

Pakistan, in the wee hours this morning.

They also claim that more than 300

Jaish-e-Mohammad militants were killed in this airstrike.

According to sources,

the government took this action

after forcibly detaining and interrogating

the renowned separatist leader Yakub Sheikh.

Sir...

Pakistan has sent its entire mujahideen leadership underground.

ISI has suffered a setback like never before.

But the Balakot strike is a temporary victory.

What we need is a long-term solution, sir.

Should we proceed with

the decision you had made?

Should we abrogate Article 370?

Sir, with due respect,

I feel taking such an extreme step in the Valley may not be advisable.

Especially after the Pulwama attack.

Pulwama is the reason for continuing rather than aborting the mission.

The sacrifice of our soldiers should not go to waste.

But if we go ahead with this,

how many more sacrifices will we have to make?

The Burhan episode still haunts us.

Not to mention the backlash at the UN.

Exactly.

The global order is currently very fragile,

and other countries might--

We cannot compromise our sovereignty based

on the perspectives of other nations.

Sir, it's simple.

If we want to pen down history,

someone, somewhere will have to make history.

Sir, we are already facing multiple challenges here.

Like the Khalistanis, Maoists, and Tribal separatists.

We are simply not prepared for this right now.

And what are we banking on?

Will the abrogation of Article 370

solve the problems over there, in Kashmir, overnight?

You're right, sir.

The problem of Kashmir will not be solved overnight,

but the answer also lies in the statement you just made, sir.

In the same sentence,

you differentiated Kashmir from India and you didn't even realize it.

For 70 years, this idea has been so deeply ingrained in our minds,

that sometimes we speak about Kashmir as if it isn't a part of India.

Yes,

revoking Article 370 might not be

the ultimate solution for the Kashmir problem,

but it will be our problem, sir.

It will be India's problem.

Look, please try to understand my perspective.

We are one country,

we cannot have two constitutions,

two prime ministers, and two flags.

We will abrogate Article 370.

But not by force. We will do it through the existing

framework of the constitution.

It won't be an easy task. Obstacles and...

opposition are inevitable.

But we must prove them wrong.

We will introduce the bill to revoke Article 370...

during the last two days of the upcoming parliamentary session,

on 5th and 6th August.

It will be your responsibility to ensure the bill's approval.

Kashmir is the crown of India,

an inalienable part of our cultural heritage.

The land of Kashmir has suffered immensely,

and we will not abandon it to its current state.

Jai Hind!

We are live with three-time former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir

and an eminent leader, Mr. Salahuddin Jalal.

- Welcome, sir. - Thank you.

What are your thoughts on the current situation in the Valley?

This year has been quite challenging for us.

Many assurances were made but remained unfulfilled.

There were false promises, betrayals, and backstabbing.

They didn't spare anything.

Are you referring to the imposition of "President's rule"

or the arrest of Yakub Sheikh?

President's rule, of course!

Sudden, unnecessary, ridiculous almost.

Regarding the arrest of Yakub Sheikh,

I think we should let the courts decide whether it is right or wrong.

Let's shift our focus to the Central Government then.

As always, Article 370 was mentioned in their manifesto.

370...

is the only bridge that connects Kashmir with India.

If this bridge breaks,

we will be separated forever.

And the Prime Minister recently said--

Listen to me carefully.

Even if this PM becomes the country's

Prime Minister for ten straight terms,

he will still never be able to revoke Article 370.

And you mark my words carefully.

Long after this current government is history,

either 370 will still exist,

or...

Kashmir will no longer be a part of India.

Do you know the source of this confidence?

This file.

I get it every day.

Stone pelting, militant encounters,

grenade blasts.

These incidents contribute to their growing confidence

while causing our morale to crumble.

But not anymore.

The fate of this mission relies on three fundamental pillars.

If we follow them to the T,

then we need just one opportunity to remove Article 370, and not ten.

Number one, "secrecy."

Apart from the individuals present in this room

and a select few core members at the PMO,

even the Prime Minister's PA should not be aware of our plan.

Second, "legality."

Since the process of removing Article 370 is a closed loop,

we first need to figure out

what the constitutional path is to resolve it.

Lastly,

the toughest...

"Security."

On the morning of 5th August,

when this article will be abrogated...

Jalal, Andrabi,

separatists, and hooligans

will try their best.

They will exert maximum effort to instigate the people of Kashmir,

especially the youth.

They would want violence in the Valley.

They are thirsting for a bloodbath.

The Prime Minister has given strict instructions

that on 5th August when this bill is passed,

not a single drop of innocent blood

should be spilled on the streets of Kashmir.

Then and only then will...

this mission be considered a success.

What's the update on Prompter 14?

Ma'am, all teams have been set up in separate wings.

Good.

Make sure they don't communicate with each other.

Right.

- Good morning, ma'am. - Good morning, ma'am.

Give me the summary report.

Sir, the 1975 copy.

Make sure there are no inconsistencies.

Thank you.

Ma'am.

Siddharth.

We've discovered something interesting, ma'am.

Chatterjee sir?

As you know, ma'am,

in Kashmir, any modifications related to Article 370

require the passage of a constitutional order

through Kashmir's constituent assembly.

Right.

To date, four constitutional orders have been enacted

to implement four changes.

Yes, ma'am. 1952, '54,

'58 and '65.

But the constituent assembly was dissolved in 1957, correct?

Yes.

Were two constitutional orders passed without its permission?

Yes, ma'am. 1958 and '65.

- How? - That's the interesting part.

The 1965 order was a routine one,

employing Article 367

to change some basic terminologies.

- Article 367? - Yes.

Article 367 empowers the President of India

to interpret any article of the constitution.

And what about '58?

How was that enacted?

We are still working on that.

Preparation is the key here.

We'll have to pre-empt every problem beforehand

and be prepared for it.

Let's think about what is the worst-case scenario that can happen.

Pakistan.

Pakistan could launch an attack on us.

It could result in a war between the two countries.

And if things escalate,

our neighbor will do what it always does.

They could threaten us with a nuclear war.

A few years ago, a rumor spread that

to seek revenge on Baloch rebels,

ISI contaminated their villages' water supply.

To do the same thing in the areas around the LoC,

it will take them a maximum of 12 hours.

Terrorists could target the Amarnath Yatra.

Or worse, the pilgrims can be taken hostage.

Some countries within the UN would also like to settle their scores with India.

If they all join hands,

they can impose some crippling sanctions on us.

Sorry for being late, guys.

My driver misplaced the car keys.

Drivers!

There are thousands of government drivers in Kashmir.

If they decide to go on a strike, or take the keys and disappear,

the entire bureaucracy of the Valley will be left sitting at home.

Next!

And most importantly, we need to make a list

of all those people

who can create problems on 5th August.

Terrorist sympathizers, radical maulvis, and anyone

who has done any activity against India.

And we will arrest each one of them.

That list will run into hundreds.

No, not hundreds. Thousands.

Siddharth, please give me the original document of the 1954 constitutional order.

Quickly.

Here it is.

Chatterjee sir, please look at this,

and read the reference to 1954 in this 1958 order.

Sure.

"Sub-clause (d) shall be omitted,

and sub-clauses (e) and (f) shall be re-lettered

as sub-clauses (d) and (e) respectively."

This implies that the original sub-clause (d)

of 1954 was deleted and sub-clauses

(e) and (f) were renamed.

This means that the original document of the 1954 constitutional order

should have included sub-clauses from (a) to (f).

"(a), (b), (c), (d), and (e)."

It ends at (e).

This means that this isn't the original copy of the order.

And the original sub-clause (d)...

which was deleted, is intentionally being concealed from us.

Are you suggesting that the deleted sub-clause (d)

does not appear elsewhere?

That's correct, sir.

It is not found in either of the constitutional orders of '52 or '65.

Only the '58 order includes it, sir.

Sir,

we strongly believe that this deleted sub-clause

holds the key to solving all our problems.

However, to do so,

we require the original copy of the 1954 order.

And the Home Ministry doesn't have it?

No, sir.

My team has thoroughly searched various locations,

including the Parliament Library and national archives.

Sir, I'm afraid that this document may have been destroyed.

No, that seems highly unlikely.

A sensitive document like the "Constitutional Order"

cannot just be torn and discarded.

However, if this clause is truly significant,

it may have been intentionally hidden.

If that's the case, it is likely hidden

in a location where it is difficult for you to access it.

Excuse me.

Yes?

- May I help you? - Greetings.

Greetings.

I'm Professor Heena Qureshi,

from Government Degree College.

This is my assistant, Afzal Baig.

He is pursuing a PhD. I am his guide.

Ma'am, there was a...

Sorry.

There was a government program,

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan.

Could I get its file?

You will find it in this section.

Okay, ma'am.

But please be careful.

- They are all important documents. - Yes.

Please ensure that the documents are safely put back

once you have reviewed them.

Okay, ma'am. Sure.

THE GAZETTE OF INDIA

Fifty-four.

Yakub sir was grabbed at his residence.

He was subjected to mistreatment while in custody.

I know it is risky,

but if we intend to maintain the momentum following the Pulwama incident,

we must once more instill fear...

in their hearts and minds.

It's not even in this file.

Looks like a major mix-up.

It says '54 but also contains the records of '57.

What?

Yes, take a look.

"Year 1957, C. O. 54."

Check the year 1954. Could be a cataloging mistake.

I think the same mix-up happened with our document as well.

"1954, C. O. 48."

Check 1948.

Sorry, ma'am. Dropped it by mistake.

Ma'am, we got it.

You'll get a copy of it in the evening.

Wasim.

Go ahead!

Grenade!

Ma'am, Prompter 14 teams are ready with their plans.

Okay, make a list of potential receivers.

But until I give you the go-ahead, keep them on standby.

Copy.

Ma'am, we just received this from NIA, Srinagar.

Nisha, what's happening with the Amarnath Yatra?

Ma'am, a joint statement has been issued by the Army, CRPF,

and J&K Governor.

They have decided to cancel it.

What is the official reason?

The statement mentions that there is a terror threat.

Security forces have recovered some weapons

from a hideout near the pilgrimage site.

1952. The first Constitutional Order.

This was a very basic legislation, sir.

A new position was established in place of

the then Maharaja of Kashmir Hari Singh,

known as "Sadar-e-riyasat." Like a president.

And the position of the Maharaja's PM

was transformed into the PM of J&K State.

1965. The fourth Constitutional Order.

It brought changes to the terminologies established in 1952.

Similar to other Indian states,

the president in Kashmir was replaced with a governor,

and the prime minister became the chief minister.

But something very interesting happened in the two interim constitutional orders.

1954. The second Constitutional Order.

Knowing that one day,

the constituent assembly would come to an end,

a clause was included in this order, sub-clause (d)...

which handed over the powers of the Constituent Assembly of Kashmir

to the Legislative Assembly of Kashmir.

Including the power to abrogate Article 370.

We've established precedence here, sir.

So, this has already happened in the past?

Yes, sir.

The provision was approved by the Constituent Assembly itself,

as they voluntarily transferred their powers before it was dissolved in '57.

So then, why is this provision not available today?

This brings us to 1958.

The third and the most crucial Constitutional Order,

in which, the sub-clause (d) of the 1954 order was not just deleted.

It was expunged.

In fact, every trace of this sub-clause was eradicated.

So, this path was intentionally closed in 1958?

Yes, sir.

Tell me something,

if this path was indeed closed in 1958,

then how were the roles of Sadar-E-Riyasat

and PM changed to Governor and CM in 1965?

Article 367, sir.

It gives the President the power...

To interpret the Constitution, right?

To consider Sadar-E-Riyasat as the Governor.

To grant the Legislative Assembly of Kashmir

the status of Constituent Assembly, once again.

Yes, sir.

We will have to use a combination

of this established precedent and the powers of the President.

If we can give the power back to the Legislative Assembly...

then this will definitely stand in court.

Yes, Brinda?

I know something's happening.

Something's always happening at the PMO.

Please be more specific.

Okay.

When the Governor's fax machine broke down,

I thought it was a technical error.

But then when you guys canceled the Amarnath Yatra...

based on a routine threat,

that's when things caught my attention.

And on top of all this,

there is heavy movement of the army on the LoC.

If Pakistan keeps instigating us,

we won't keep quiet either.

Oh, please don't tell me that.

I've been covering foreign affairs for 20 years now.

You are not going to war with Pakistan.

My source tells me,

you are preparing for something really big in Kashmir.

Are you going to pass a new bill?

Something that creates a law and order situation?

Something that, maybe,

changes the special status?

The PMO will not dignify this kind of gossip

and rumor with a response.

It's always so good to see you.

Don't miss my show tomorrow, Prime Time at 09:00 p.m.

Good day.

What should we do, ma'am?

No idea.

But she shouldn't go live tomorrow.

Sir!

Sir, India is planning to do something huge on 5th August.

Set?

Chauhan would be very proud of you, Wasim.

Set?

All set.

Let's go.

NVN News is bringing you breaking news.

Since this morning in the Kashmir Valley,

the NIA team has started raiding

the homes of several separatists and militants.

There are reports of seizing several crores of rupees from these houses.

Not only that...

but almost all such politicians and separatist leaders

in Kashmir have been taken into custody.

According to sources,

former Chief Ministers of Jammu and Kashmir,

Salahuddin Jalal and Parveena Andrabi

have been placed under house arrest as well.

This whole drama that you see...

This is unconstitutional.

What is the Indian government doing in Kashmir?

We have to stop this.

We need to mobilize our people and take it to the streets!

Are you suggesting that I further sacrifice innocent children

for the sake of your political gains?

I'm sorry, Ms. Parveena,

but we will not continue with this approach any longer.

I have personally spoken to the authorities in Delhi.

Any resources or assistance that we need,

we will request directly from them.

We no longer have any intention to beg for these provisions from you.

Hello?

Hello?

There are also reports of phone networks

and the internet being suspended.

We have always respected the Indian flag,

but our body and our soul...

reside in this!

The administration has

also announced the imposition of Section 144 throughout the Valley.

Ma'am, the arrests are in progress as we speak.

Our units have taken control of every valley in Kashmir.

What about Naikoo?

Nothing on him, yet.

But I assure you, we will get him.

Communications?

All telecom and internet services have been suspended.

Only satellite phones are active.

The curfew is in place as well.

Best of luck.

Best of luck, ma'am.

Can we trust this information?

Who is your source?

Khawar, sir.

He is working for us now.

Good.

So, what is our plan?

From Kargil and Batalik to Uri and Akhnoor dagger,

we have our troops heavily deployed everywhere.

Sir, we've placed landmines up

to a distance of three kilometers along the entire LoC.

Good.

Gentlemen, let's ensure we give them a crushing defeat.

Delhi can't treat us like this.

You let them know...

that if they really want to stop me, they better show up themselves,

and not send their foot-soldiers.

They were planning to, but I put a stop to it.

You and I are both Kashmiri.

So, it should be easier for me to make you understand, right?

How dare you keep me under house arrest?

You have no idea about the repercussions that will follow.

The Valley will be engulfed in a fire...

that will remind everyone of the events of 2016.

Once the article is revoked,

those who have been causing unrest

in the Valley for years will face the consequences

and will be left begging for forgiveness from the people.

It didn't take long for Abdali to squeal.

After a few whacks in Tihar Jail, he turned into a government approver.

This is his signed confession.

It includes all your offshore accounts, fake transactions,

and most importantly, scams.

From the Ujala Scam to the J&K Bank Scam.

It's all there.

What a bloody nonsense.

Those cases have been closed for a long time now.

If you think you can corner me...

This is Kashmir, madam!

I very well know how to...

fix things here.

Of course, you do.

Kabir Haksar.

You framed him, didn't you?

To ensure the scam's investigation doesn't implicate you.

According to the rest of the world, my father committed suicide.

However, both you and I are well aware...

that it was a planned murder.

And I will make sure that you bloody well pay for it.

There are security forces stationed outside for your protection.

It is advisable not to leave your house for your own safety.

This is the safest place for you right now.

Otherwise, no one knows what can happen to you at any time...

in Kashmir now.

Okay, so after your opening statement,

- we'll go straight into the debate panel. - Right.

Maulana Hassan

and Mr. Mishra will be joining the panel as well,

so just make sure you push both their buttons at the right time.

- Yes, of course. - Yeah?

By the way, what did the PMO say?

Very nervous.

What will be the Prime Minister's response?

Will he convene with the army chief

to strategize a punitive action against Pakistan?

Our sources indicate that a high-level security meeting is presently taking place

in the Prime Minister's parliamentary chambers.

NVN News will exclusively provide comprehensive coverage

addressing the questions surrounding the Kashmir situation.

Sudhir, Pan to the convoy! Quick! Quick! Quick!

Looks like the PM is here.

He is going to exit from gate number four.

The Prime Minister is on the move.

- Hi, Bijoy. - Don't go live, Brinda.

We were wrong about 5th August.

Something else is cooking here.

Bijoy, calm down.

I just got a copy of the bill from another source.

It has nothing to do with the special status.

Instead, they are going to pass legislation

that will override the Indus Water Treaty between India and Pakistan.

Please, double-check your sources.

I'm 100 percent sure.

It's a detailed bill of 200 pages.

It's not a rumor.

Check your mail.

Brinda, we have a problem.

Yeah, D.K., I know. The treaty, right?

What? Treaty? No, no!

I just got a message from a source at the Home Ministry.

It says Yakub Sheikh is going to be hanged on 5th August.

- What?! - Yes!

There is no bill.

What the hell is going on?

Stop! Stop! Stop!

We have been receiving reports

about various plans of the government concerning 5th August.

- How many? - Fourteen.

All of them are equally detailed and credible.

Brinda, we should cancel the program.

We need more time to vet all the information.

No, no!

This is the PMO strategy.

These are all decoys.

They want us to doubt our story, so we back out!

We are not doing that.

Hello, everyone.

I'm Brinda Ghosh,

and you're watching Prime Time at 09:00 p.m. on NVN News.

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We'll be back after this commercial break.

Sir.

Goddamn it!

CHAPTER 6 IT WAS, IT IS, IT WILL BE

Mr. Madhav Patel is expected to be here any minute now.

There's going to be big news.

It seems that Mr. Madhav Patel has arrived.

- Mr. Madhav! - One question, sir!

Mr. Madhav, one question!

Khawar had provided this information.

Their military forces initiated mobilization but stopped abruptly.

Where's Khawar?

He's not answering his phone, sir.

Pasha...

Do you even realize what mistake you have done?

Let Zooni know that the trap is set.

Activate all your assets.

Create a ruckus as soon as they introduce any bill, motion,

or resolution in the Lok Sabha.

Yell, shout, and break the tables if needed.

Do whatever it takes to secure us a day

to devise a strategy to prevail against them

in the Rajya Sabha.

Okay.

Thapar sir, the Home Minister will first visit the Rajya Sabha.

- He's coming here? - Yes.

But their majority is in the Lok Sabha,

So, why is he coming here first?

Madhav,

passing the bill in the Lok Sabha should not be a challenge.

However, as we lack a majority in the Rajya Sabha,

it would be wise for us to prioritize that it is passed there first.

By doing so, we can catch the opposition off guard

and prevent them from formulating strategic countermeasures.

You should reach out to every opposition member of parliament,

who is willing to put national interest

over their party.

I, myself, will personally engage with the third-front parties.

Get me visuals of Downtown Srinagar,

Kupwara bus stand, and Sopore Khas, as soon as possible.

Initiated, ma'am. On your screen.

Give me screens two, three, five, please.

- Copy! - What's happening on Tral Market?

Every 15 minutes, I want a report on all the activities taking place there.

- Updating ma'am. - Zooni!

Where are we on the--

What is it?

A call was intercepted on the dark web.

What call?

From a rogue ISP.

Outside Kashmir.

Where exactly?

Aabpara, Islamabad.

I think it's Naikoo.

Listen to me carefully.

The Governor needs to die to demonstrate to the world

that India lacks control over law and order.

Don't worry.

The king of Gupkar Road will not see tomorrow's dawn.

Wasim, redirect all the nearby units to the Governor's House.

Contact the ADC and put the special security force on high alert.

Chairman sir,

the entire nation stands as a witness today.

What is going on in Kashmir?

Thousands of innocent people are being arrested without any justification.

The government is depriving them

of their civil liberties and human rights.

Chairman sir, in this modern era of the 21st century...

All telecommunication and internet services

have been suspended. Why?

Kashmir, which we believe is the paradise on earth,

has tragically transformed into an open-air jail!

An open-air jail!

Keep silence, please!

Chairman sir, what type of democracy is this?

What is this government doing?

In my view, they are launching a deliberate attack on democracy itself!

- Keep quiet. - No, no, no! Sit down.

Rumors are suggesting that we are going to war with Pakistan.

Did they think about the effect that will have on our economy?

There's also a rumor circulating that Kashmiri Leader

Yakub Sheikh is going to be hanged.

Chairman sir, I am warning you

we will lose Kashmir forever because of their stupidity!

Wasim,

update on the security at the Governor's house?

Additional forces are moving in.

They are being immediately relocated from Gupkar Road to the Governor's house.

But why would they attack the Governor's house?

If anything happens to the Governor,

there will be chaos. But in the end,

the blame will be put on Pakistan.

Zooni, the call we had intercepted, mentioned the king of Gupkar Road.

The king of Gupkar Road...

Wasim.

What is the update on Jalal Residence?

Security there is minimal

because the forces are being shifted to the Governor's house.

Kashmir was witnessing elections for the first time in nine years.

The ISI planned to employ local militants

to assassinate five prominent candidates

and intended to spread false information through foreign media

that we were responsible for their deaths.

This would have led to an international incident

and possible sanctions against India.

- Wasim, Mattoo, turn around. - What?!

Zooni, go again, go again.

Naikoo's target is Jalal, not the Governor.

His men will be certainly monitoring Jalal's residence.

So, listen to me very carefully.

Please, please sit down.

Mr. Thapar...

Mr. Thapar, this is exactly what I have been saying all along.

Critiquing the government without

understanding its actions is futile.

Now, the honorable Home Minister is here.

Please, let him speak.

You might get your answers.

So, please, sit down. Please.

Yes, Zooni, talk to me.

Ma'am,

- it's Jalal. - What?

The intercepted call was intended to deceive us.

I remember Khawar telling me how during the '96 elections

ISI planned to assassinate popular candidates

and blame the Indian Government for it.

The objective was to provoke sanctions against India.

Are you absolutely sure?

Absolutely certain, ma'am.

Jalal is the target.

Honorable Home Minister,

the floor is yours.

"Respected Chairman,

exercising the authority bestowed upon it by the Constitution,

the government intends to declare

that once the existing bill is

approved by the parliament,

receives the President's signature,

and is officially published in the government gazette as of today,

the fifth of August, 2019,

none of the provisions of Article 370...

will be applicable in the regions of Jammu and Kashmir!"

Settle down.

"In addition to that,

the government also suggests

that after Article 370 is rendered inoperative,

in order to promote stability within the state

and empower minority communities,

Ladakh should be separated from Jammu and Kashmir."

- Chairman sir! -"And both the regions

should be granted the status of a union territory."

Engaging in such actions with the people of Kashmir is an act of betrayal!

This is cheating!

The repercussions of this decision

will have a significant impact on the nation.

No, we will not allow any discussion on this matter!

They must immediately revoke this bill!

Immediately!

It has already been done!

Please, listen to me. Sit!

Boys, Ganderbal safe house.

Let's move, let's move.

Go for Zooni.

What's the update on Jalal's residence?

We got the asset.

We'll meet you at the convergence point.

We are discussing a serious matter here.

This is a matter of national security.

Please don't make it political.

Political?!

Chairman sir, this matter is no longer just political,

it has now taken on a deeply emotional aspect.

Do you see this empty seat?

It is designated for an esteemed member of this House, Mr. Jalal.

A sitting MP of this House!

Do you know why it's empty?

Because the government has confined him under house arrest!

And he is crying for help

on national television, but no one bothers!

Brother, they are bringing the king of Gupkar Road to your location.

Chairman sir, we have not been able

to contact him since last evening!

Who knows what the government might have done to him?

Chairman sir, I'm afraid that his life might be in danger--

What are you saying, Mr. Thapar?

What are you even saying?

I want to assure you and this House

that the government will not let any harm come to

Mr. Jalal. Not even a scratch.

Convoy ambushed.

- Reverse and exit! - Reverse it!

- Reverse and exit! - Go, go!

Charge!

Zooni!

Man down!

Rest assured, I promise to you,

this nation, and this esteemed House

that not even a single mosquito will be harmed

in the Valley due to our actions.

This is not possible!

Chairman sir,

I have also studied Article 370 in great detail.

There is a very basic,

fundamental problem with the proposal of the Home Minister.

Let me explain.

Article 370 can only

be rendered inoperative by the Constituent Assembly of J&K,

which no longer exists!

So, they do not have the power to do it.

You do not have the power to take such a step through parliament.

You are right, Mr. Thapar.

You are absolutely right.

Parliament does not have this kind of power, sir.

Allow me to remind you, in case you forgot...

that the President has another equally significant power,

granted by Article 367,

to interpret the Constitution.

This power allows him to transfer

the powers of the constituent assembly

of Jammu and Kashmir

to the legislative assembly of the current state.

Consequently, if the Government of Jammu and Kashmir desires,

it has the authority to render Article 370 inoperative today.

How can you do this?

Mr. Home Minister, perhaps you are forgetting the fact that you...

yourself dissolved the Government of J&K.

You dissolved its Legislative Assembly

and imposed the President's rule there.

In the absence of a functioning government in Jammu and Kashmir,

who would have the authority to render Article 370 inoperative?

No, Mr. Thapar sir, it's you who is forgetting something.

That's why I would like to clarify one thing for you

and all the other part-time politicians present here.

Whenever a President's rule is imposed in a state,

the powers of its government are

automatically transferred to the parliament.

So, this very assembly is the Constituent Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir,

and it is also its Legislative Assembly!

The power to render Article 370 inoperative

lies exclusively in our hands.

Moving in!

Mattoo, eleven o'clock!

Moving up!

Target the blue van.

All stations. Protect asset at any cost.

Moving in! Moving in!

Mattoo!

Where's the machine gun fire coming from? Do you have a visual?

Negative!

Eleven o'clock skyline, right window.

Wasim. Mattoo.

It's time.

Boys, spread out Go! Go! Go!

Shahid?

Altaf?

This is a blatant violation of the Constitution.

We will not let them do that.

We will approach the court!

We will challenge it!

- We will challenge it! - Yes, we will!

- Who does he think we are?! - Please, hear me out.

Please, stop.

Mr. Thapar, you can indeed take this matter

to court and challenge it if you so wish.

It is your constitutional right.

However, I would like to take advantage of this moment to bring

to your attention, as well as to the entire nation,

a significant matter that should be acknowledged.

The proposal of transferring the powers

of the Constituent Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir to

the Legislative Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir,

which you vehemently oppose,

has previously been put into effect...

in 1954.

And this action gained approval from the Constituent Assembly itself.

Constitutional Order 1954, sub-clause (d).

It goes like this.

"References to the Legislative Assembly of the state

shall be construed as including references

to the Constituent Assembly of the state."

This action has been previously implemented,

and it was carried out by your political party.

What nonsense!

Furthermore, in 1957,

the Constituent Assembly was dissolved,

while in 1958,

the specific sub-clause (d)

mentioned earlier was deliberately deleted,

effectively closing any potential avenues

for future governments to amend Article 370.

What are you saying?

- What are you saying? - Your party is responsible for it.

I am telling you, your party has done this.

What kind of an accusation are you making?

- Your party has done this. - Not at all! What is he even saying?

Why would any government or prime minister do such a thing?

For the same reason, Mr. Thapar...

that caused the partition of India.

For the same reason that resulted in the suffering of Kashmiri Pandits.

For the same reason that still obstructs the implementation

of the Uniform Civil Code in our country!

Respected Home Minister,

have you thought about the international fallout?

A direct resolution against us could be passed in the UN!

And did you take China

and Pakistan into confidence before taking this drastic step?

After all, the consequences of this decision

will also affect their share of Kashmir as well!

Their share of Kashmir?

What are you trying to say?

What are you implying?

Do you not consider PoK and Aksai Chin as a part of India?

How can you even say that?!

I am just stating the facts.

I am telling you the ground reality.

There is no need to get emotional about it.

Emotional?!

Why shouldn't I get emotional?!

What are you saying?

How can you even say that?

Why shouldn't I get emotional?!

Listen carefully, Mr. Thapar, the entire Kashmir,

was, is, and will always be a part of "India!"

How can you even say that?!

We are ready to give our lives for this!

- How can you even say that?! - Victory to Mother India!

- Please! Please! - Victory to Mother India!

- Please, sit down! - Victory to Mother India!

Victory to Mother India!

- Down with dictatorship! - Down with dictatorship!

- Revoke this bill immediately! - Revoke it! Revoke it!

- Revoke this bill immediately! - Revoke it! Revoke it!

Please, sit down.

Otherwise, I'll have to suspend you all.

Give me an hourly update

and keep tracking the Rajya Sabha.

Honorable Prime Minister,

I prefer not to argue with you.

I'm sure you understand our obligations as the opposition.

We are diligently carrying out our responsibilities.

You may have successfully persuaded the third front,

but please do not assume that it will alleviate your challenges.

Regardless of the circumstances,

we won't resume the session in the parliament.

Sir.

The bill hasn't even been passed yet.

These images are from the constituency you represent.

Today, the entire nation...

is in jubilation as if it were a festival.

Mr. Rohit, please do not become an obstacle in the path of national interest.

Irrespective of whether the parliament functions anymore or not...

the country has begun marching forward.

Go on now.

The Rajya Sabha is expecting your presence.

Mattoo...

The voting process will start now.

For those in favor of the bill,

kindly press the green button

labeled "ayes" within ten seconds of the bell ringing.

If you oppose the bill, please press the red button marked as "noes."

In case you prefer not to take a stance,

press the third button, colored yellow and labeled as "abstain."

The voting time starts now.

This time, don't return the body.

Ma'am, we got Zakir Naikoo.

Jalal is safe.

Okay, the final voting count is in.

Abstain... One.

Noes... 61.

And ayes... 125.

Which means the ayes have it.

The ayes have it. The ayes have it.

The motion to make Article 370 inoperative is hereby passed.

You are witnessing historical pictures of a historical moment,

straight from the Parliament of India.

Today, the Central Government has abrogated Article 370

and laid the foundation for a golden Kashmir.

Perhaps, very few Indians would have imagined

that they would have the opportunity to witness this day in their lifetime.

It is incredible! Unbelievable!

In a true sense, an undivided India.

To the viewers who are joining us today, let us inform them--

In my prayers

I seek to be yours

For without you

No one else endures

In my prayers

I seek to be yours

For without you

No one else endures

Like the wind that freely blows

And the vast sky that forever shows

This love we share will never end

Even if I'm not here

It matters not in the end

Our love will forever transcend

For what will remain Is the story we hold

Of you and me, cherished and bold

Our India, a land so grand

It will forever stand

Even if death is fated

We won't be separated

Our India, a land so grand

It will forever stand