Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has penned a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In this letter, he urges for a relief and rehabilitation package for the areas affected by the Pakistani shelling, particularly Poonch. He writes, 'I recently visited Poonch, where the tragic shelling by Pakistan resulted in the death of 14 people, including 4 children, and numerous injuries.'
He stated that the abrupt and indiscriminate attack wreaked havoc on civilian areas. Hundreds of homes, shops, schools, and places of worship have been severely damaged, and many victims have described their years of toil shattered in moments.
In his letter to PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi highlighted that the people of Poonch and bordering areas have peacefully coexisted for decades. As they navigate this deep crisis, it's our responsibility to empathize with their sorrow and provide every possible assistance to rebuild their lives.
Source: aajtak
Rahul Gandhi insisted that the Indian government devise a solid and generously filled relief and rehabilitation package for the shelling-affected regions of Poonch.
Rahul Gandhi's Recent Visit to Poonch
Recently, Rahul Gandhi visited Jammu & Kashmir's Poonch district, meeting victims of the Pakistani shelling. During this visit, he termed the suffering of the affected families a significant tragedy, promising to spotlight this issue nationally.
Major Tragedy in Poonch Highlighted
He engaged with the affected families, witnessing the devastation firsthand. 'Pakistan's military targeted civilians. It's a monumental tragedy. I've come to understand their plight and will present it to the nation.'
'Patriotic Families Bear the Heaviest War Cross'
Following his Poonch visit, Rahul Gandhi shared on social media, 'Met families in Poonch who lost loved ones to Pakistani shelling. Scattered homes, broken belongings, teary eyes, and painful stories are reminders of how these patriotic families shoulder the greatest burdens of war. Their bravery deserves admiration.'
