Indo-Pak war: Explosions, air raid sirens heard in parts of J&K, all drones foiled; complete blackout in Jammu
A complete blackout has been enforced in Kishtwar of Jammu Division, and sirens are being heard throughout the district. india news pakistan
Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, Pakistan has targeted Jammu with drones. Explosions and fire like sounds were heard in Channi area of Jammu. Following which, blackout was seen in the city.
Moreover, air raid sirens were being heard in Akhnoor, Jammu and Kashmir. A complete blackout has been enforced in Kishtwar of Jammu Division, and sirens are being heard throughout the district.
Pakistan launched eight missiles at Satwari, Samba, RS Pura and Arnia sector, while, all were intercepted by the Indian Air Defence units, ANI reported citing defence sources.
As Pakistan opened fire heavy artilery in the region, the Indian Army is giving a strong response to it.
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Senior Jammu Administration Official advised people to stay indoors and follow SOPs issued by NDMA and Govt.
The artillery and drone attacks targetted Udhampur, Jammu, Akhnoor and Pathankote, Satwari, Samba, RS Pura and Arnia. However, they were effectively neutralised and intercepted by the Indian army.
Defence minister in touch with all three service chief, CDS
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is in touch with all three service chief and CDS and is reviewing the ongoing security situation as Pakistan launched unprovoked attack against India. India's Defence Ministry assured that India remains fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people. "Military stations at Jammu, Pathankot & Udhampur were targeted by Pakistani-origin #drones and missiles along the International Border in J&K today. The threats were swiftly neutralised using kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities in line with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). No casualties or material losses were reported," it added in a post on X. All schools across Jammu and Kashmir to remain closed tomorrow on Friday, education minister announced.
Moreover, mobile connectivity is also down in parts of Jammu following the explosions.
Former DGP of Jammu and Kashmir Shesh Paul Vaid posted on X, saying loud explosions, bombing, shelling or missile strikes have been suspected.
"Complete blackout in Jammu. Loud explosions—bombing, shelling, or missile strikes suspected. Fret not—Mata Vaishno Devi is with us, and so are the valiant Indian Armed Forces," he posted.
Complete blackout in Jammu. Loud explosions—bombing, shelling, or missile strikes suspected. Fret not—Mata Vaishno Devi is with us, and so are the valiant Indian Armed Forces.
There were ceasefire violations and failed drone and missile attacks from Pakistan across various locations in North Kashmir’s Kupwara and Baramulla.
