Srinagar, Dec. 11 -- Life in Azad Kashmir, though draped in extraordinary natural beauty, carries within it a hidden world of pain, hardship and daily struggle that remains unknown to many who only see its lush valleys, snowy peaks and shimmering rivers; behind the postcard-perfect landscapes lies a complex tapestry of human endurance shaped by conflict, poverty, isolation and the constant search for hope. For generations, the people of this region have lived with the emotional burden of division, with families separated across borders and memories of loved ones lost to migration, displacement or violence echoing through the hills; the Line of Control stands as a constant reminder of uncertainty, where distant gunfire or sudden shelling t...