Tear gas shelling Inside religious school in POK raises concerns for children’s safety
by Komal KashyapA troubling incident unfolded within a Madarsa, a religious school, in northern India’s POK, causing distress among the community and raising questions about the safety of children.
The incident took place in Muzaffarabad capital of POK on May 14.
Visuals showed children and adults covering their mouths and faces to save themselves from the gas and running towards the exit.
Tear gas shelling occurred within the premises, affecting the young students present. The incident has sparked concerns over the welfare of children in conflict-affected regions and highlights the ongoing tensions in the Kashmir region.
Authorities are under pressure to ensure the safety and security of all individuals, especially vulnerable groups like children, in the midst of such unrest.