News Desk |
Surviving the atrocious acid attack in London, Resham Khan shared her first recovery pictures on her social media account, to share with the world her miraculous journey of survival.
British-Pakistani girl, Resham Khan spent her 21st birthday in a hospital gown after acid was thrown over her while she was out to celebrate with her cousin Jameel Mukhtar in June.
Devastated by the attack which bruised her physical identity, the survivor said, she was reluctant to share her pictures, just a few months after the ferocious attack, when still two years are required for her complete recovery.
Her alleged assailant, John Tomlin, has been charged and his conviction is expected to commence in November.
Resham, a British model, has since been sharing her journey of recovery through her blog ReshamOnline, which she started after this destructive life-changing incident. The model got her face, neck, shoulders and hand brutally burnt in the incident.
Read more:Â Rise of home grown terrorism in Europe
Devastated by the attack which bruised her physical identity, the survivor said, she was reluctant to share her pictures, just a few months after the ferocious attack, when still two years are required for her complete recovery.
If you find yourself arguing online or spreading hatred or negativity due to the attack: pic.twitter.com/dCuGSe0PZS
— Resh (@ReshKhan_) June 30, 2017
Katie Hopkins used the word ‘respectfully’ towards me. I am hysterical pic.twitter.com/m9NBN3apRS
— Resh (@ReshKhan_) September 17, 2017
If you find yourself arguing online or spreading hatred or negativity due to the attack: pic.twitter.com/dCuGSe0PZS
— Resh (@ReshKhan_) June 30, 2017
“You have all seen me at my worst, so at least let me show you when I’m looking good.
“For me, that would be when my eye looks normal. The skin color I can deal with, the scarring I can cover or treat.
Read more:Â Empower women to fight radicalization in Southeast Asia!
“There are options for me. However, I have been taking photos all the time, so maybe one day I’ll be able to share the timeline of physical recovery.”
If you find yourself arguing online or spreading hatred or negativity due to the attack: pic.twitter.com/dCuGSe0PZS
— Resh (@ReshKhan_) June 30, 2017
Khan says that acid attacks are the harsh reality and that it must be dealt with immediately so that no one can go through this ordeal.
“Currently, I have two main priorities: to make a full recovery and to make sure no one ever goes through the living nightmare I have endured,” she declared in a blog shortly after the life-changing incident. “I cannot sit back whilst others remain indoors in fear of this happening to them. This problem needs to be eliminated. I refuse to allow the country I grew up into simply get used to corrosive substance attacks. The fear is real. The crime is real.”
While sharing her Eid pictures, the girl was overwhelmingly showered with wishes and love from her supporters, friends, and family.
You look amazing. I’m so glad your recovering. Love and best wishes to you, your cousin and family. Thinking of you #amazing #strongwoman
— Pauline Murphy (@paulinemurphy30) September 4, 2017
Don’t know to say or no u look more stunning without makeup. The inner beauty radiates outside!
— Ammar Khan (@emaarkhan) September 4, 2017
If you find yourself arguing online or spreading hatred or negativity due to the attack: pic.twitter.com/dCuGSe0PZS
— Resh (@ReshKhan_) June 30, 2017
A petition to stop the purchase of the acid without the license has also been made in Resham’s name and so far has been signed by over half a million supporters.
I’ve kept up with your story in the press and joined a https://t.co/ZsslyKQHT6 petition. Glad you are recovering, hope yr cuz is better soon
— Justin Davidson (@jaydeedavidson) September 4, 2017