Sukli Oyam remembers the day her son, Ramesh, was killed in crossfire between government forces and Naxalites, a day that turned joy into grief. Ramesh, a farmer and sole breadwinner, was shot while fetching a chicken for a family celebration. After his death, Sukli’s life changed significantly; fear dominates her daily existence as villagers hide from police. She has sought government compensation for her son's death, but there has been no response. Raje Ayam, another villager, faced a similar tragedy when security forces invaded her home, mistakenly believing it to be a hideout, resulting in her being shot.
Sukli Oyam's life changed drastically after the death of her son, Ramesh, who was killed in crossfire between government forces and Naxalites. She now fears leaving her home.
Ramesh's death left his family in despair, as Sukli struggles to support his widow and two daughters. No government compensation has been received after his killing.
The assassination of Ramesh transformed a joyful occasion into mourning for Sukli Oyam and instilled fear among villagers, who now hide during police operations.
A neighbor, Raje Ayam, shared her traumatic experience with security forces mistaking her home for a Maoist hideout, where she was shot while caring for her child.
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