The reopening of movie theatres in Kashmir, shuttered by jihadist violence in 1989, is a welcome step towards restoring normal life. Terrorists attacked theatres when they last reopened in 1998, and ensuring safety will be challenging. Oppressive security measures will be counterproductive, though, so a fine balance must be found.
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