Aman Sethu .... The Bridge of Peace

Having followed the day long proceedings, one really wonders if all this is really required or is it mere hype. I'm talking about the so called "Caravan of Peace" buses between Srinagar and Muzaffarabad. The move by both nations to enhance transport links is definitely a welcome one, however only time will reveal if this service is to last or will it go down the drain like the Delhi - Lahore bus service or the Samjauta Express Train. Both these services were flagged off in as much fanfare as todays Srinagar -- Muzzafarabad bus service, now they cease to exist or atleast temporarily. Hats off to the brave 19 who finally crossed the LoC and entered PoK (how much I hate to call it so). Neither the militant threats nor the grenade attack enroute at a place called Pathan dampened their spirits, also hats off to the people who crossed over from the other side of LoC and to the two governments who did not give in to the ultras' threats.

Hope the "Caravan of Peace" exits forever and the "Aman Sethu" (Bridge of Peace) stands true to its name. Jai Hind !