Several Houses Belonging to Kashmiri Pandits Burnt to Ashes in Anantnag

Wed, 31 Jul 2024

A shocking incident has been reported from Anantnag, where several houses belonging to members of the Kashmiri Pandit community have been reduced to ashes. The fire, which began in a vacant home, spread quickly to other properties, causing extensive damage.

According to reports, the fire is believed to be deliberately lit by unknown perpetrators to scare off the Pandit community and prevent them from returning to the Valley. This worrying development has sent shockwaves through the community, who are already facing immense challenges in their efforts to resettle in their ancestral homeland.

The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, although authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. The extent of the damage is also not clear, but eyewitnesses describe the scene as "apocalyptic". The affected families are said to be in a state of shock and distress, with many left homeless and without access to their belongings.

As the investigation unfolds, concerns are growing about the motivations behind this attack and its implications for the fragile peace in the region. For now, the focus is on providing support to the affected families and ensuring that justice is served.

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