Pak violates ceasefire along LoC, targets multiple sectors for 5th straight night

Srinagar, Apr 29: For the fifth night in a row, Pakistani troops resorted to unprovoked firing along multiple sectors along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir and Jammu divisions, officials on Tuesday said.
Defence Spokesperson Lt Col Suneel Bartwal said during the night of 28–29 April 2025, Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked small arms firing across the Line of Control in areas opposite Kupwara and Baramulla districts, as well as the Akhnoor sector.
“The Indian Army responded in a measured and effective manner to the provocation,” he said.
The cross-border firing, which follows the deadly Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 that killed 26 civilians including tourists, has heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. There have been no reports of casualties on the Indian side so far.
The latest incident marks a significant escalation in ceasefire violations that began on April 25, when Pakistani forces opened unprovoked fire across sectors such as Tutmari Gali and Rampur in Uri.
Indian forces responded with precise countermeasures, and sources indicated that retaliatory fire may have damaged several Pakistani posts suspected of aiding infiltration routes. However, official confirmation of such damage is yet to be made.
Army sources told Rising Kashmir that forward areas are now equipped with advanced surveillance tools, including high-resolution night vision devices, ground sensors, and thermal imagers integrated with smart fencing and command-control systems, which are enhancing both detection and response capabilities.
“Modern surveillance tools give our troops an edge and allow for faster, more precise responses,” they said, adding that these systems have been instrumental in thwarting multiple infiltration bids in recent months.
Earlier ceasefire violations were also reported in parts of Rajouri and Poonch, intensifying concerns over a wider escalation along the LoC. While the situation remains under control, the frequency and spread of recent ceasefire violations have led to heightened alert levels across all forward posts.