Burhan Muzaffar Wani was a Kashmiri Islamist Rebel militant and Top commander of Hizbul Mujahideen an Islamist militant organization active in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir Hizbul Mujahideen has been designated as a terrorist group by the United States, European Union, India and Canada.

How many Kashmiri died in 2020?

Since the revocation of the special status of Jammu and Kashmir in August 2019, the Indian military has intensified its counter-insurgency operations. Clashes in the first half of 2020 left 229 dead, including 32 civilians.

What is 8th July Kashmir?

Kashmir observes shutdowns every year on 8 July to commemorate 21-year-old Wani, who was killed in a gun battle in Bamdoora area of south Kashmir. Separatist outfits, until last year, have been calling for strikes and asking people to organise protests on 8 July.