Letter.

Letter Published in Gulf News UAE on 9 Oct 17,Too many casualties

The recent increase in the number of casualties from the Indian valley of Kashmir by stone pelters is not only condemned but is also unacceptable (“Amend statute to fully integrate Kashmir with Bharat — RSS chief”, Gulf News, October 1). Most of the stone pelters are illiterate and it is sad that some students also get involved in this. Army men and, border security forces who are protecting the people, usually are targeted. In recent months the incidents are increasing and the bodies of many martyrs have been brought back to their families, and this was painful. Army men joined the country’s forces with the intention of serving the people. Being hit by stone pelters is highly unacceptable. The Indian government should implement strict law to tackle this problem to protect the army men as well innocent civilians who are also affected in clashes. No sympathy should be shown for stone pelters as their act is not correct. They should behave properly and help the forces in a situation of crisis or terror attacks. It is high time the Indian government took some strategy to save, not only the army, but also the innocent civilians. Safety and security is more important for people who are living close to the border. The army should be free to act upon stone pelters in order to protect themselves and the people.

From Mr K Ragavan

India