Srinagar, June 13 -- The recent tragedy at Galwanpora Budgam has shaken us to the core, and our minds are yet to find their way back from the shock. The horror of the harrowing incident has sent shivers down our spines. It is a grievous blemish on our collective identity, and an affront to the principles of our upbringing and education.

It is a harsh rebuke to the values, ethos and morals we were raised and educated with. The scar will never vanish from our psyche and canvas of reminiscences. Ironically, it is neither the first nor the last outrageous incident inflicted upon Binti Hawa. The barbarity meted out to the innocent daughter is buried beyond the prison bars. But, the Devil's Trumpet is growing silently, for mere pruning can not...