Pulwama attack: AABEG & ‘Friends Group’ takes out candle march at Silchar

February 15: Massive protests and candlelight marches were held on Friday in different parts of the country against the Pulwama terror attack which claimed the lives of 44 CRPF personnel. Emotions ran high as protesters converged in various parts of Silchar to express solidarity with the families of the martyrs. Activists of different political parties, social groups and trader outfits joined common people during these demonstrations. As a mark of tribute to the martyrs, candles were lit up in many houses of the town.

On Friday evening, the grief and outrage over the terror attack spilled onto the streets. A NGO, named AABEG, formed by a young band of fiery and enthusiastic youth along with another such association ‘Friends Group.’ took out a candlelight march from Radhamadhab Road, Silchar. They marched to Rangirkhari point and went back from where they started.

Finally they lit up candles in a temporary martyr’s column made by them.”How many sacrifices will our soldiers have to make? This needs to stop,” said Bikramjit Baulia, who was part of this protest rally.

Satyajit Nandi said, “India needs to give a befitting reply to Pakistan at the earliest.” Suraj Paul urged upon the government to retaliate immediately and teach Pakistan a good lesson.