Tension between India and Pakistan reached its peak between Friday and Saturday night. The armies of both the countries are mobilized on the border and the situation of war has become. Pakistan tried to attack 26 places in India, in response to which India targeted Pakistan’s airbases. After this, Pakistan closed its airspace and launched Fatah-1 missile at India. Which was destroyed by Indian air defense systems.
India’s response: Missile attack on Pakistan’s airbases
On Saturday morning, India fired missiles at Pakistan’s Noor Khan, Murid and Rafiki airbases, causing heavy damage to these bases. Pakistan’s military spokesman, Lt. Gen. Ahmed Sharif Chaudhary, admitted that India fired air-to-surface missiles through its aircraft. After this, Pakistan has targeted India’s Pathankot and Udhampur airbases under the “Bunayan ul Marsooz” operation.
Heavy shelling on the border: Losses in Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab
Heavy shelling continues along the Line of Control (LoC) between India and Pakistan and the international border. There is continuous shelling from Pakistan in Poonch, Uri, Nowshera, Rajouri and Mendhar sectors of Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian Army has given a befitting reply, but many houses and properties have been damaged in this shelling. Many houses have also been damaged in Jammu city.
Pakistan’s drone attacks in Gujarat, Punjab and Rajasthan
Pakistan also tried drone attacks in Gujarat’s Kutch, Punjab’s Ferozepur and Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer, but the Indian air defense system foiled these attacks. After these attacks, a red alert has been issued in these areas and people have been appealed to stay at home.
Concerns of the international community amid growing tension between India and Pakistan
The international community has expressed concern over the growing tension between India and Pakistan. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has appealed to both countries for an immediate ceasefire and has offered mediation. The G7 countries have also appealed to both countries to exercise restraint, so that regional stability is maintained.
India’s steps for the safety of citizens
The Government of India has taken several steps to ensure the safety of citizens. All schools and colleges within 5 kilometers of the Line of Control have been closed. Instructions have been given to make red cross marks on the roofs of government hospitals, so that they can be identified in case of emergency. Apart from this, a red alert has been issued in Jammu and Kashmir and people have been asked to stay indoors.