Srinagar, Oct 26: A year ago, the mountain silence of Warwan Valley in Kishtwar district was shattered by flames that reduced the small village of Moolwarwan to ashes.

Eighty-five families lost their homes, belongings, and generations of memories within an hour.

“We didn’t just lose shelter, but also the utensils we used for food, children’s books, and everything we had stocked up for winter,” said Muhammad Jamal Wani, 55, a labourer and one of the fire victims. “We were left with nothing. We never thought we would have to start from scratch again. But thanks to Allah and Ababeel, we have shifted to the newly-constructed house.”

For months after the fire, Wani and his family, including five children, were sheltered by villagers from nearby areas.

“We lived as one family,” he said. “The

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