Soon the Pakistan army spread out into the remotest parts of the country. In retaliation the Bengali nationalists began to organize resistance with effect from 26 March following the declaration of independence of Bangladesh. This further intensified the military action of Pakistan government. In effect, the Pakistan army started an undeclared war against the unarmed civilians of Bangladesh. The Pakistan armed forces used warplanes and gunships to contain the nationalist forces. Men, women and children of hundreds of villages, cities and towns were killed and maimed indiscriminately. Ironing, raping, and looting knew no limit. Out of fear and intimidation millions of Bengalis left their home and took shelter in various refugee camps set up by the Government of India along the border areas.
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