Sat to eat when sirens went off due to Pak shelling: J&K resident
Uri, a small town in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district, has witnessed yet another night of terror and destruction. On Thursday night, the town was shelled by Pakistan, resulting in the death of a woman and injuries to several others. The incident has left the residents of Uri in a state of shock and fear.
According to eyewitnesses, the shelling started around 9:30 pm, and the residents of Uri were caught off guard. 38-year-old Babar, a resident of Uri, was sitting down to eat with his family when the sirens went off. “We just sat down to eat when the siren rang out. We left everything and ran to the neighbours’ bunker,” he said, still shaken by the experience.
Babar’s family had lived in the same house for generations, but they have had their share of close calls in the past. “My house got destroyed twice in the past, first by shelling in 1999 and later by an earthquake,” he said, his voice filled with emotion. Despite the trauma and destruction, Babar’s family has chosen to stay in their hometown, determined to rebuild their lives.
The shelling, which lasted for several hours, caused significant damage to property and infrastructure in Uri. Many homes and buildings were damaged, and several roads were destroyed. The residents of Uri have been left to pick up the pieces and try to rebuild their lives amidst the chaos and destruction.
The incident has once again highlighted the fragile situation in Jammu and Kashmir, where cross-border shelling and violence have become a regular occurrence. The residents of Uri have been living in fear for years, and the constant threat of shelling and violence has taken a toll on their mental and physical health.
The incident has also raised concerns about the security situation in the region. The Indian Army has been responding to Pakistan’s shelling with equal force, but the residents of Uri are worried about the impact of the violence on their daily lives.
“We are tired of living in fear. We want peace and stability in our region,” said Babar, echoing the sentiments of many residents of Uri. “We want the government to take steps to ensure our safety and security.”
The incident has also sparked concerns about the humanitarian situation in Uri. Many residents of the town are struggling to access basic amenities like food, water, and healthcare. The town’s healthcare infrastructure is already overstretched, and the shelling has only added to the challenges faced by the residents.
The government has promised to provide assistance to the residents of Uri, but many are skeptical about the effectiveness of the measures taken. “We have seen promises being made but not being kept. We want concrete action to be taken to address our concerns,” said a resident of Uri.
The incident has also highlighted the need for a permanent solution to the Kashmir conflict. The residents of Uri are tired of living in a state of uncertainty and are demanding a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
In conclusion, the shelling of Uri by Pakistan has once again exposed the fragility of the situation in Jammu and Kashmir. The residents of Uri are living in fear and uncertainty, and it is imperative that the government takes concrete steps to address their concerns. The incident has also highlighted the need for a permanent solution to the Kashmir conflict, and it is essential that all stakeholders work towards finding a peaceful resolution to the issue.
