Overview

• On May 29, Gandhi wrote to Prime Minister Modi seeking an immediate, generous relief and rehabilitation package for Poonch and other areas hit by cross-border fire.
• The Pakistani shelling from May 7 to May 10 killed 28 people, injured 70 and destroyed hundreds of homes, schools, shops and places of worship in Poonch.
• During his May 24 visit, Gandhi met families of shelling victims and inspected damage at Gurdwara Singh Sabha, Geeta Bhawan temple, Madrassa Zia-ul-Uloom and Christ High School.
• He emphasized that providing relief is the government’s duty rather than charity and urged New Delhi to act swiftly to rebuild lives and livelihoods.
• Gandhi highlighted the unity and patriotism of border communities who for decades have lived in peace despite enduring cross-border tensions.