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The quiet village of Konnur in Karnataka’s Belagavi district has become a hub of national pride after Colonel Sofia Qureshi, daughter-in-law of Mohammed Ghaus Sab Bagewadi, appeared on television briefing the media on 'Operation Sindoor', the Indian military’s response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Col Qureshi, the first Indian woman to lead a military contingent at the ASEAN 'Force 18' exercise, is currently posted in Jammu. Her appearance brought joy and celebrations to her in-laws' home, drawing crowds and well-wishers. Ghaus Sab Bagewadi, beaming with pride, likened the atmosphere to Eid and condemned the Pahalgam attackers, while reaffirming his family's unwavering commitment to national service.