Kashmiris have been known for their strong community bonds, but some of them now abandon their old ones at newly opened old-age homes. By: Shaista Altaf Coppersmith Bashir struggled throughout his life for family welfare. He never let his loved ones suffer despite the situational-crippled market and his limited means of income. They appreciated his selfless efforts until the octogenarian suffered a heart attack. His ailing state eventually sent him packing to an old-age home in Kashmir. The brutal shift took place shortly after the demise of his spouse. Alone…
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