Connecting Memories and Healing the Wounds: Exploring the Role of Social Media in Reducing Partition-Related Trauma among the Elderly Communities in India

Abstract

Partition of India is an extremely unfortunate event in the history. It did not just divided the country but also put a question mark before humanity, communal harmony, peaceful coexistence and spirit of brotherhood. The word home got tragically redefined in a completely unexpected way. The victims still find it difficult to forget the pain. They still feel homeless as the place they called their home once is far away currently. Social media is beyond geographical boundaries. These days, senior citizens are gradually learning to use technology. They can now use social media on their own. It is very much possible to get connected to the people of the other side of the boundaries through networking platforms. This paper is an endeavour to find out whether social media can heal their partition related wounds and give them some solace.