Title: Pakistan Army Targets Mosque, Gurudwara, Temple in J&K’s Poonch
Description: Visuals have surfaced online, showing damages to a mosque, a temple, and a gurudwara in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch following cross-border shelling by Pakistani army in the wake of the Operation Sindoor. At least 16 civilians, including women and children, have died in shelling and firing by Pakistan since Wednesday.
The recent escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan has taken a devastating turn, with eyewitnesses claiming that the Pakistani army has targeted a mosque, a temple, and a gurudwara (Sikh place of worship) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district. The visuals of the damaged structures have surfaced online, leaving many shocked and outraged.
According to reports, the Pakistani army has been shelling and firing across the border since Wednesday, claiming the lives of at least 16 civilians, including women and children. The Operation Sindoor, launched by the Indian army in response to the ceasefire violations, has resulted in significant damage to civilian properties and infrastructure.
The mosque, temple, and gurudwara, located in the Poonch district, were reportedly hit by Pakistani mortar shells and gunfire. The visuals show the extent of the damage, with parts of the structures crumbling, and debris scattered everywhere. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with many calling for an immediate halt to the hostilities.
This is not the first time that Pakistan has targeted religious places in Jammu and Kashmir. In the past, there have been instances of Pakistani forces targeting mosques and gurudwaras, causing significant damage and loss of life. The recent incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of civilians in the region, particularly those who are living in border areas.
The Indian government has strongly condemned the incident and has called for an immediate ceasefire. The Ministry of External Affairs has issued a statement, saying that Pakistan’s actions are a clear violation of the ceasefire agreement and are aimed at creating an atmosphere of fear and terror among the civilian population.
“Pakistan’s actions are a clear violation of the ceasefire agreement and are aimed at creating an atmosphere of fear and terror among the civilian population. We condemn this incident in the strongest possible terms and demand that Pakistan immediately cease its aggression,” said the statement.
The Indian army has been responding to the ceasefire violations, and the Operation Sindoor has resulted in significant damage to Pakistani positions and infrastructure. However, the civilian casualties and damage to religious structures have raised concerns about the humanitarian situation in the region.
The international community has also condemned the incident, with many countries calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The United Nations has urged both countries to exercise restraint and to respect the ceasefire agreement.
In the meantime, the people of Jammu and Kashmir are bracing for more attacks, with many living in fear of their lives. The situation is precarious, and there is a need for immediate action to prevent further loss of life and damage to civilian properties.
As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential to remember the human cost of the conflict. The civilians who have been killed and injured, including women and children, are not just statistics; they are human beings who deserve our compassion and respect.
We must urge our leaders to take immediate action to stop the violence and to find a peaceful resolution to the conflict. We must also remember the sacrifices made by our soldiers and civilians who have been affected by the conflict.
Sources:
