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A year after Pahalgam attack, slain ponywallah's family gets a new home
Two Maharashtra ministers handed over a house to the family of a slain ponywallah in Hapatnar. This follows a promise made by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde last year in response to the family's plight after the Pahalgam attack. Hundreds of villagers gathered to celebrate the moment.
Why It Matters
The handover fulfills a political promise and highlights support for families affected by attacks, sending a message of national unity.
Timeline
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House handed over to the family in Hapatnar
April 21, 2026
On April 21, 2026, MoS Home Yogesh Kadam and Social Justice Minister Sanjay Shirsat handed over the house to the family in Hapatnar. Hundreds of villagers were present to celebrate the moment.
Shinde promises house for slain ponywallah's family
2025
Last year, Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde promised to construct a house for the family of the slain ponywallah, in response to their plight after the Pahalgam attack.