Srinagar, April 3 -- Humour is one of the greatest gifts given to humanity. It has the power to bring people together, lighten tense situations, and offer a fresh perspective on life's absurdities. A well-placed joke can turn a heated debate into a moment of shared laughter, a stressful day into something bearable, and a dull gathering into a memorable one.

But humour, in its purest form, is meant to entertain, not to divide. It should be seen as humour-nothing more, nothing less. Unfortunately, in today's world, especially in the realm of politics, humour is no longer just humour. It is dissected, debated, and often weaponized, leading to unnecessary outrage and controversy.

History is filled with examples of how humour has been used t...