Jihad in Reasi
The incident, unfolding in Teryath village of the Poni area, has shaken the region to its core. Witnesses recount a scene of horror as the bus, en route from Shiv Khori to Katra, became a target of relentless gunfire. It is reported that the terrorists fired over 50 rounds, shattering the peaceful journey of those onboard. The driver, struck by the barrage, lost control, sending the bus hurtling down the treacherous slope.
Rescue efforts were swift, with a joint operation involving local police, army units, and paramilitary forces swiftly mobilized. Despite their valiant efforts, the toll was devastating. Families shattered, dreams extinguished, and a community left reeling in disbelief and grief.
Officials confirmed that among the deceased were pilgrims not from the region. This further underscores the discriminate nature of the attack. The identity of these souls, cut down to their being a Hindu, adds another layer of poignancy to this harrowing tale.
Reasi Mourns
Meanwhile, as the news reverberated through the valley, contrasting scenes unfolded in the nation’s capital. In Delhi, amidst the pomp of ministerial oaths at Rashtrapati Bhavan, the stark contrast of national pride and personal loss could not be starker. While leaders took their vows, families in Reasi were left to mourn, their lives forever scarred by an act of terror.
As the sun sets over Reasi, the shadows cast by this tragedy will linger. Questions of security, justice, and the enduring resilience of faith will haunt the collective consciousness. The eyes of the nation are on Reasi now, not just in sympathy but in shared determination to stand against terror and uphold the sanctity of human life. For those who perished in this heinous act, may they be avenged for the act of Jihad committed against them!