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8اکتوبر 2005کے بعد after 8 October 2005

After October 8, 2005

I was teaching a 7th-grade class at the time. I was writing something on the board with a piece of chalk. It must have been around 10:30 or 11:00 when Sarwar Masi Shahid called out to me urgently, "Come out, come out quickly." At first, I didn't understand, but then I led the entire class outside to the ground. The internet wasn't as common back then. The school was soon closed, and after a short while, the staff was also sent home. When I got home and watched the TV, I saw the devastation in Kashmir and the surrounding areas. My heart was deeply troubled, and I was overcome with sorrow. In the evening, I wrote this poem.

English Translation:


After October 8, 2005,
It was as if the entire region was in mourning,
Nature had unleashed its fury,
And the land trembled beneath us.
Homes turned to rubble,
Lives were lost in the blink of an eye,
The cries of the wounded echoed in the valleys,
And the mountains bore witness to our pain.
The earth had shaken with such might,
That hearts trembled with fear,
And tears flowed endlessly,
As we stood amidst the ruins.
But in this moment of despair,
We found strength in unity,
Hands reached out to help,
And hearts opened with compassion.
We will rebuild what was lost,
Brick by brick, we will rise again,
For the spirit of our people is unbroken,
And hope will light our way.
So, let us remember those we lost,
And honor their memory with our resilience,
For after October 8, 2005,
We emerged stronger from the ashes.
Afzal Shakeel Sandhu

Description:

The poem, written by Afzal Shakeel Sandhu, is a poignant reflection on the devastating earthquake that struck Pakistan on October 8, 2005. Published in the renowned Siyara Digest, this piece captures the overwhelming grief and despair experienced by the survivors. Through vivid imagery, the poet describes the destruction wrought by the earthquake, portraying scenes of demolished homes and lost lives. Amidst the sorrow, the poem also highlights the resilience and unity of the people, who came together to rebuild their communities. Sandhu's words serve as a tribute to the strength and enduring spirit of those affected by the tragedy, conveying a message of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.

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