Pakistani Firing on LoC Triggers Army Action

On Monday (7 April), the Pakistani Army violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Digwar sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district. In response, the Indian Army retaliated in a firm and measured manner, as confirmed by official sources. A search operation was launched to ensure that no militants infiltrated the area under the cover of Pakistani firing.

This incident came shortly after a similar ceasefire violation by Pakistan on April 1, when unprovoked firing followed a mine explosion along the LoC in the same district. The Indian Army had then also responded in a controlled and calibrated manner, highlighting an ongoing pattern of hostilities from across the border.

The ceasefire breach on Monday coincided with Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir. While addressing BJP MLAs in Jammu, Shah reassured them that the security situation in the Jammu division would soon stabilize. His visit comes amid increased concerns over cross-border terrorism and infiltration attempts in the region.

Terrorist activity, largely involving foreign mercenaries, has been reported in Poonch, Rajouri, Kathua, and Kishtwar districts. In recent operations, joint forces have neutralized several infiltrators and launched extensive search missions in hilly and forested areas. Around 4,000 Army Para commandos trained in mountain warfare have been deployed to prevent further hit-and-run attacks, which had spiked during late 2024 but have since been curbed due to revised counter-insurgency strategies.

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Pakistani Ceasefire Violation Sparks Tension Along LoC Amid Amit Shah’s J-K Visit