Of The Sikh Paratroopers And A Slow-Moving Earthquake The neighbours gathered in our hujra and planned how to stop the Sikhs from entering our mohalla. Various proposals were entertained; none were practical

A 1947 rumour of invading Sikh paratroopers sent Peshawar into panic—showing how fear overpowers logic in times of uncertainty.
By Dr. Sayed Amjad Hussain

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