Pakistan has once again resorted to unprovoked aggression along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district. In an apparent bid to push terrorists into Indian territory, Pakistani forces opened fire across the border, but Indian soldiers responded firmly and foiled the infiltration attempt.
Firing Continued for About Ninety Minutes in Rajouri
According to reports, the firing along the LoC in the Rajouri sector continued for roughly an hour and a half. This marks the first time Pakistan has broken the ceasefire in this manner since Operation Sindoor. Indian security forces were keeping a close watch on the area and took position as soon as the firing began, foiling the infiltration bid.
Suspicious Activity Reported a Day Earlier
A day before this incident, suspicious activity had already been reported along the LoC in Rajouri, after which the army opened fire and combed the area, launching a search operation. This suggests Pakistan had been attempting infiltration for some time, and the latest firing is seen as part of the same pattern.
Tension Had Also Risen in Poonch's Balakot Sector
This is not the first time tension has flared along the LoC. Earlier, Pakistan had opened fire in the Balakot sector of Poonch district, which the Indian Army answered strongly, escalating tension in the area. Rajouri had also witnessed a ceasefire violation on an earlier occasion, after which the Indian Army was placed on alert.
Drone Infiltration Attempts Were Also Thwarted
Besides gunfire, Pakistan has also attempted infiltration using drones. A Pakistani drone had crossed into Poonch from across the LoC, which the Indian Army chased away with firing. In another incident, a Pakistani drone that crossed the LoC was shot down by the Indian Army. Search operations were carried out in the area following these incidents as well.
Impact on the Operation Sindoor Ceasefire
The latest firing in Rajouri is significant because it is the first major breach of the ceasefire that came into effect after Operation Sindoor. The Indian Army has made clear that no activity along the border will be tolerated and every attempt will be met with a firm response. The army remains on alert in the area, with the situation being closely monitored.
