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The head of the Indian army has called for a political solution to unrest in Indian-held Kashmir, saying the military should step back from its security role in the region. Street violence in the Muslim-majority Kashmir valley has increased in recent weeks after the deaths of several unarmed civilians who were killed as troops sought to contain protests against rule from New Delhi. I feel there is a great requirement for political initiatives that take all people together, General V.K. Singh told in an interview.
