Srinagar, April 30 -- Political empowerment is essential for the social and economic development of women, as only women can truly understand their own rights and responsibilities and effectively represent other women through policy-making. Kashmiri women have, for the first time, been seen as leaders. This marked grassroots representation for the female folk. She stepped out of her home with new expectations, hope, and a smile. She became the hope for the hopeless and the voice for the voiceless women's. Kashmiri women have long suffered due to turmoil, violence, and social constraints. The period of violence not only snatched away her rights but also made her a victim of extremism. She was left with no hope, and her talent became a slav...