On December 7, 2025, a Brighter Kashmir report exposed how terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir has evolved into a profitable enterprise for certain stakeholders amid profound suffering for locals. Drawing from a leaked 2006 US diplomatic cable by Ambassador David Mulford, the analysis highlights separatist leader Yasin Malik’s admission that “Kashmiri politics is no longer about ideology, it’s all a money game,” with overground workers (OGWs), political figures, and former separatists reaping financial gains from Pakistan-sponsored proxy activities, including hawala funding and extortion. While the innocent populace endures violence, economic losses in tourism and livelihoods, and proxy warfare fueled by foreign funds routed through groups like Hurriyat affiliates, these beneficiaries—from palatial homes to lucrative perks—prioritize self-interest over peace. India’s resolute security measures continue dismantling this terror ecosystem, urging Kashmiris to reject such exploitation for lasting stability.