Pakistan Drone Attack in Punjab: Indian Forces Neutralize Threats
Punjab is still under high alert following attempted Pakistan drone attack in Pathankot, Jalandhar, and Bathinda.
In a serious escalation of cross-border tension, Pakistan launched drone and missile strikes late Thursday night targeting a handful of key Indian military facilities in Punjab, publicly identified as Pathankot, Jalandhar, and Bathinda, but Indian defense forces responded quickly and dealt with the threats making significant damage and loss of life avoided.
Drone Attacks Blocked in Bathinda
According to Bathinda Deputy Commissioner Showkat Ahmad Parray, Pakistani drones were tracked in the district, and quickly neutralized. “And there are no reported issues of damage in the district,” he disclosed. When asked, residents of the district reported the recovery of explosive device shells in Lal Singh Basti and Bir Talab Basti-4; indicating the severity of the most recent incident.
Blast Sounds Reported Close to the Pathankot Airbase & Ranjit Sagar Dam
In Pathankot, community members indicated hearing loud explosion-like sounds on or near the Ranjit Sagar Dam and Pathankot Cantonment. Military sources confirmed the airbase was a primary target, and confirmed that addressing the several vital defense facilities in the surrounding area was the main course of action.
A local resident, Jasdeep Singh, termed the situation as “alarming” due to loud continuing explosions. He said, “We accept there are missiles in the sky, and India has neutralized its air defence.”
Indian Forces Maintain Blackouts
The Indian Air Force had previously alert the Punjab government of a potential airborne risk, therefore deemed a precautionary blackout on 16 districts not limited to Pathankot, Jalandhar, Amritsar, Ludhiana, and Bathinda. There were measures made to avoid showcasing significant infrastructure in addition to protecting civilian lives.
A representative from the defence ministry said military sites in Jammu, Udhampur, and Pathankot, had reportedly been attacked by drone and missiles. He said, “The threats were quickly neutralized using kinetic and non-kinetic methodologies as developed by the SOP’s.” He confirmed that there were no injuries, damage to property.
Drone Attacks Confirmed in Jalandhar
In Jalandhar, the Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Aggarwal confirmed drone strikes near PAP headquarters and the Sooramusi area of the cantonment. He reassured the public by saying, “Our military has neutralized most of the drones.” We urge the public to support us in blackout measures and check misinformation so we do not alarm the public.
Emergency Measures and Government Response
Military action has been taken or considered in the Punjab region, and senior officials have taken emergency measures. The Centre has advised the use of satellite telephones and requested border district administrations to construct emergency bunkers.
The Punjab government has directed D.Cs to coordinate actively with all military forces, and the home department is working with the NDRF, the food department is providing food supplies in the affected regions.
Civilian Safety is a Major Issue
Despite the audacity of the attacks, officials confirmed that civilians were not intended as targets. Officials requested that civilians remain calm, follow orders, and refrain from sharing non-factual information that could lead to instability.
Summary of the Event in Relation to Recent News updates
Today’s news report discusses Pakistan’s drone and missile strike due to its particular attention to India’s military installations. This coverage again highlights the increasing significance of advanced surveillance and air defense systems for national security in an increasingly uncertain geopolitical climate.
Recap
Furthermore, India’s swift response to these cross-border drone threats shows the preparedness of the defense forces and the cooperation between the central and state governments. As hostilities rise and the nature of warfare evolves, the urgency for technology and situational awareness has intensified.
