Pakistan Violates Ceasefire in Poonch, Indian Army Retaliates
Pakistan violated the ceasefire agreement along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Tuesday, triggering a swift and strong response from the Indian Army. The incident occurred around 1:00 PM when Pakistani forces initiated unprovoked firing using small arms and mortars, targeting Indian forward positions in the Poonch sector.
Ceasefire Violation in Poonch
The firing marks a serious breach of the February 2021 ceasefire understanding between the two countries, which had brought relative calm to the volatile border region. Pakistani troops reportedly engaged in indiscriminate small arms fire and lobbed mortar shells at Indian positions without provocation. Such violations not only pose a threat to soldiers stationed along the border but also endanger civilian populations in nearby villages.
Indian Army Response
The Indian Army responded firmly and proportionately to the provocation, ensuring that there was no escalation while effectively silencing the enemy fire. The Army’s statement confirmed that Indian forces remain alert and prepared to respond to any such act of aggression in the future. The response was designed to contain the situation and uphold the sanctity of the LoC while safeguarding national security interests.
Tensions Along the LoC
The Poonch sector has seen periodic flare-ups despite the ceasefire pact, and this latest incident underscores the fragile nature of peace along the border. While diplomatic channels remain open, incidents like this threaten to derail the stability and trust-building efforts initiated in recent years. The Indian Army continues to maintain a high state of operational readiness to prevent any misadventure or escalation from across the border.
As the situation is closely monitored, the Indian security establishment has reiterated its commitment to protecting territorial integrity and responding decisively to any violation.
