On the night of April 30, 2006, the Doda Massacre unfolded as a harrowing episode of violence in the troubled region of Jammu & Kashmir. Armed militants targeted the Hindu community in the village of Kulhand, ruthlessly killing 35 individuals. This massacre was not an isolated event but part of the persistent conflict fueled by Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, aiming to instigate communal strife and destabilize the area. The attack left a profound impact on the local community, heightening fears and deepening communal divides. In response, the Indian government intensified security measures and pursued aggressive counterterrorism operations to dismantle militant networks and restore peace in the region.