The town is still.
Tears pour out from all watching eyes.
Every person awaits the army truck carrying the mortal remains of Lt. Kalia. At last the green vehicle trudges in and dislodges the mutilated body. All the inhabitants Muslim, Hindu, Sikh join in the chorus with moaning cries, tears flowing as the tricolour is draped over Lt. Kalia and his mates. The last rites begin with the army presenting and reversing arms. The bugle sounds the last post.