• ISBN13: 9788126941445
• Binding: Hardcover
• Subject: Politics and Current Affairs
• Publisher: Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd
• Publisher Imprint: Atlantic
• Publication Date: April 23, 2025
• Pages: 320
• Original Price: INR 795.0
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 490 grams
• BISAC Subject(s): N/A

The Changing Colours of the Chinar by Farooq Wani delves into the evolving landscape of Kashmir, offering a comprehensive exploration of its socio-political challenges, cultural shifts and global significance. Divided into three sections, the book examines Kashmir's turbulent history, the implications of militancy and the region's evolving political discourse. Through insightful reflections, Wani critiques the rise of radicalisation, the impact of political decisions like the abrogation of Article 370 and its emotional toll on the Kashmiri populace. The author also addresses Kashmir's role in international geopolitics and its portrayal in media and popular culture. Rich with personal anecdotes and analyses, the book presents a poignant narrative of a region caught between conflict and hope for a peaceful future.

Farooq Wani is a seasoned journalist and editor with nearly 30 years of experience in multimedia. He founded Brighter Kashmir in 2010 to provide honest, comprehensive reporting on the issues facing his homeland. The newspaper, which started as a four-page black-and-white publication, has grown into one of Kashmir's leading English dailies. Wani has received the 'Outstanding Media Person Award for 2020' from the Government of Jammu & Kashmir, Army commendation in the year 2013 and he is an accomplished and decorated journalist. He also contributes to national and international publications and is working on launching new media ventures.

• Foreword ix
• Preface xiii
• Acknowledgements xv
• Introduction xvii
Section 1
• Kashmir in Focus
• 1. Alarming Rise in Kashmir Militancy………………………….. 3
• 2. Impact of Stone Pelting During Encounters………………. 7
• 3. From Sufi to Salafi: History of Radicalisation in Kashmir……….13
• 4. Debilitating Effect of Kashmiri Militancy…………………….. 19
• 5. Finding a Way Forward for Kashmiri Youth……………… 23
• 6. New Kashmir Narrative Roots for Peace and Progress………… 27
• 7. Mothers Hold the Key to Weaning Youth Away From Militancy……29
• 8. Kashmiris Need to Introspect…………………. 33
• 9. Kashmir Militancy: Real Issues……………… 37
• 10. No Place for the Gun in Kashmir………………. 41
• 11. Kashmir Pines for Peace…………………….. 45
• 12. Reaction to Pulwama Attack and Kashmiri Sentiment…………… 47
• 13. Amit Shah’s Srinagar Visit: A Glimmer of Hope…………………….. 51
• 14. Will the Third Front Deliver in the New Kashmir……………….. 55
• 15. 100 Days of Strike in Kashmir: Gains & Losses………………… 61
• 16. Reflections on Kashmir Polity……………………. 67
• 17. 2019: The Year in Review…………………….. 71
• 18. Caution Advised While Creating Third Front in Kashmir…………. 75
• 19. Centre Must Walk its Kashmir Talk…………….. 79
• 20. Hurriyat Ban and Normalcy in Kashmir ………….83
• 21. Centre needs to walk the talk on healing Kashmiris………….87
• 22. Damaging Kashmir’s Political Struggle……………. 91
• 23. “Flag Politics” in Kashmir……………..95
• 24. Will the People’s Alliance for Gupkar Declaration be able to Deliver?..................... 99
• 25. J&K DDC Polls: A Ray of Hope…………… 103
• 26. Kashmir: Time to Move Ahead…………. 107
• 27. J&K’s Unstoppable March to Progress…………….. 111
• 28. Jammu & Kashmir: Hype Vs Reality………………. 115
• 29. PM Modi sets Kashmir on Course………….119
• 30. Centre-Gupkar Alliance Talks: Implications…………. 123
• 31. J&K: A Fresh Start………….. 127
• 32. Article 370’s Abrogation: Good days Ahead!.................. 131
• 33. Stop Politics of Opportunism in Kashmir…………….. 137
Section 2
• Kashmir in the World
• 34. Pakistan’s Kashmir Policy: Changing Contours…………. 145
• 35. Anti-India Sentiments Serve Pakistan’s Interests………………. 151
• 36. No Azaadi in Azaad Kashmir or Gilgit-Baltistan………………… 155
• 37. UNGA: No Takers for Anti-India Propaganda…………………. 159
• 38. EU Team Supports India on Kashmir Issue……………………. 163
• 39. China’s Persecution of Minorities and Islamic Nations’ Selective Concern……………..167
• 40. COVID-19 Pandemic and the Urgency for Sustainable Cohabitation…………. 171
• 41. Thwarting ‘The Dragon’: China’s ‘Modern Colonialism’ and India’s Response………. 175
• 42. Gilgit-Baltistan Move: Diplomacy or Compulsion?................ 181
• 43. Pakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir and the OIC ………………….185
• 44. Why the Indian Army Chief’s Middle East Visit is a Positive Development………… 189
• 45. The Churning in Afghanistan and its Implications……………. 195
• 46. Taliban’s Rise to Power in Afghanistan and India’s Response: Part 1…………… 201
• 47. Taliban’s Rise to Power in Afghanistan and India’s Response: Part 2………….. 205
• 48. Pakistan FM’s ‘acceptance’ of Article 370 Sets Cat Among Pigeons………… 209
• 49. PM Modi vs Imran Khan at UNGA: A Study in Contrast………….. 213
Section 3
• Kashmiris and Kashmiriyat
• 50. Abba: An Ode to My Father……………….. 217
• 51. Shujaat Bukhari’s Last Guest…………….. 221
• 52. Through the Common Man’s Eyes……………225
• 53. Rejuvenating Kashmir’s Agricultural Sector Remains a Priority………… 229
• 54. ‘Child is the Father of Man’: Through the Eyes of a Kashmiri Mother………….. 231
• 55. Kashmiris Desperate for Internet……………… 235
• 56. Kashmiris Show the Way………………… 239
• 57. The Kashmir of Our Past, The Kashmir of Our Dreams………… 243
• 58. Red Skies………………. 247
• 59. Remembering Tanveer………………. 251
• 60. Kashmir’s Growing Addiction to Drugs…………… 255
• 61. The One Who Made My Life Worth Living……………. 259
• 62. Reflections of a Media Man…………… 261
• 63. Shaurya: Kashmir’s Musical Extravaganza……………. 265
• 64. Yeh Kashmir Hai: Bollywood’s Romantic Link!............. 269
• 65. Bollywood Returns to Kashmir……………. 273
• Bibliography………….. 277