Yasin Malik, born on March 3, 1966, in Kashmir, India, is a prominent Kashmiri separatist leader who has dedicated his life to advocating for the independence of Kashmir from both India and Pakistan. He completed his graduation from S. P. College and it was during his formative years that he realized the injustices faced by the people of Kashmir.
In the year 1980, Yasin Malik founded a political party called the Tala Party, which aimed to bring about revolutionary change in Kashmir. The party printed and distributed political materials, and caused disturbances to bring attention to the Kashmiri cause. Yasin Malik quickly gained a reputation as a fierce advocate for the rights of Kashmiris.
Yasin Malik went on to become the chairman of the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front, an organization that spearheaded armed militancy in the Kashmir Valley. Under his leadership, the JKLF became a powerful voice for Kashmiri independence and garnered support from both within Kashmir and internationally.
In May of 2022, Yasin Malik faced a major setback when he was convicted by the NIA Court on charges of conspiracy and waging war against the state. He was sentenced to two counts of life imprisonment, as well as five ten-year prison sentences. Despite these challenges, Yasin Malik remains unwavering in his commitment to the Kashmiri cause.
Yasin Malik comes from a family of activists, with his father Ghulam Qadir Malik being a prominent figure in Kashmiri politics. Tragically, his father passed away in 2012, leaving a void in Yasin Malik's life. He has three sisters, including Amina Malik, who has been a staunch advocate for better prisoner's rights for Yasin Malik during his time at Tihar Jail.
Yasin Malik has been married to Mushaal Hussein Mullick since 2009, and they have a daughter named Raziyah Sultana. Despite the challenges of his political career, Yasin Malik finds solace and support in his loving family.
Throughout his career, Yasin Malik has remained a vocal critic of the injustices faced by the Kashmiri people. In January of 2016, he wrote a letter to Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, opposing the merger of Gilgit-Baltistan with Pakistan. His unwavering commitment to the cause of Kashmiri independence has made him a symbol of resilience and determination.