One Year After Operation Sindoor: The Lingering Impact of Shelling in Poonch
A year after Operation Sindoor, scars of shelling run deep in Poonch
Hindustan Times
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One year after Operation Sindoor, which resulted in the deaths of 28 people in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, families continue to grapple with the trauma and loss. Residents call for government support to build memorials and shelters as they remember the devastating shelling that struck their town.
- 01Operation Sindoor resulted in the deaths of 28 people in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir.
- 02Families of victims are still coping with the trauma and loss a year later.
- 03Residents request government assistance for memorials and shelters.
- 04The shelling was unprecedented in intensity, with around 200 mortar shells fired in just two days.
- 05Survivors like Sanjeev Kumar and Rameez Khan express their ongoing grief and struggles.
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One year after Operation Sindoor, which saw intense shelling from across the border, the scars remain deep in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. During the operation, 28 people lost their lives, including children, as families sought safety amidst the chaos. Sanjeev Kumar, who lost his 14-year-old son Vihaan in the shelling, described how life has changed irreparably since that tragic day. His wife was also injured and is still receiving treatment. Rameez Khan, who lost his twin children, expressed feelings of purposelessness following their deaths. Shahida Kouser, who lost her husband, struggles to support her three children while dealing with the aftermath of the tragedy. Residents report that the shelling was unprecedented, with around 200 mortar shells fired in just two days, leading to widespread destruction. Survivors are calling on the government to build memorials for the victims and shelters for protection against future attacks, emphasizing that their wounds remain fresh despite the passage of time.
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The ongoing trauma and loss have left families in Poonch struggling to rebuild their lives, with many calling for government support to address their needs.
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