The Battle For Srinagar. Srinagar, a view from the river. Although Indian troops have driven back the invading tribesmen, the situation in and around Srinagar, Capital of the famous Kashmir State, is still confused. Already four different "Governments" are holding or claiming various responsibilities in the State while the Maharaja Sir Hari Singh himself still resides in the southern Province of Jammu. November 11, 1947. (Photo by Sport & General Press Agency, Limited).