Pakistani Woman Married to Hindu Man for 35 Years Asked to Leave India After Terror Attack
Pakistani Woman Faces Deportation Despite 35 Years in India
Sarada Bai, a Pakistani woman who has called India home for over three decades, is facing a heartbreaking dilemma. After the recent Pahalgam terror attack, she’s been ordered to leave the country, leaving her future uncertain. Despite being married to a Hindu man for 35 years and having Indian-born children and grandchildren, the government’s decision to cancel all Pakistani visas has put her life on hold.
Sarada has lived in Odisha, India, for years, raising a family and building a life. She holds a voter ID and actively participates in Indian society. However, she hasn’t been granted Indian citizenship yet. Now, facing potential legal action if she doesn’t comply with the police order, she’s pleading with the government to allow her to stay.
A Life in India, Torn Apart
In a desperate appeal, Sarada said, “First, I lived in Koraput, then I moved to Bolangir. I don’t have any family in Pakistan. Even my passport is very old. I request the government and all of you with folded hands to please let me stay here. I have two grown-up children and grandchildren. I want to live here as an Indian.”
The Pahalgam attack, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians, sparked a wave of retaliatory measures against Pakistan. This includes the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, the cancellation of visas for Pakistani nationals, and the closure of the Attari border. While these actions are understandable in the wake of the tragedy, they have tragically impacted innocent individuals like Sarada, who have built their lives in India.
A Plea for Compassion
Sarada’s story highlights the human cost of political tensions. She is a symbol of the many individuals caught in the crossfire, facing the harsh reality of being uprooted from their homes and families. Her plea for compassion and recognition of her deep ties to India is a poignant reminder that amidst conflicts, empathy and understanding must prevail.
