Pakistan Army Targets Mosque, Gurudwara, Temple in J&K’s Poonch
The situation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district has taken a devastating turn as Pakistani army’s cross-border shelling has caused significant damage to a mosque, a temple, and a gurudwara, leaving a trail of destruction and despair in its wake. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and concern, with at least 16 civilians, including women and children, losing their lives since Wednesday.
The Pakistani army’s aggressive shelling and firing have been ongoing since Wednesday, with the Indian army retaliating in equal measure. The cross-border tension has been heightened in the wake of the Indian army’s Operation Sindoor, which aimed to neutralize militant hideouts and infrastructure along the Line of Control (LoC).
As the situation continues to deteriorate, visuals have surfaced online showing the extent of the damage caused to the mosque, temple, and gurudwara in Poonch. The images are shocking and heartbreaking, with debris and rubble scattered all over the premises. The mosque, which is a sacred place of worship for the local Muslim community, has suffered significant damage, with its walls and roof partially collapsed.
The temple, which is a revered shrine for the Hindu community, has also been targeted, with reports suggesting that the Pakistani army’s shelling has damaged the temple’s main structure. The gurudwara, a sacred place of worship for the Sikh community, has also been affected, with images showing damaged buildings and debris scattered around the premises.
Eyewitnesses have reported that the Pakistani army’s shelling and firing have been intense and indiscriminate, with shells and bullets raining down on civilian areas, causing widespread panic and fear among the local population. Many residents have been forced to flee their homes, seeking shelter in safer areas, while others have been trapped in their homes, unable to escape the crossfire.
The Indian army has been fighting back against the Pakistani army’s aggression, with reports suggesting that the Indian army has retaliated with equal force. However, the civilian toll has been devastating, with at least 16 people, including women and children, losing their lives in the shelling and firing.
The Pakistani army’s actions have been widely condemned by political leaders and citizens across the country, with many calling for an end to the violence and aggression. The Indian government has also slammed the Pakistani army’s actions, calling them “unacceptable” and ” barbaric”.
The situation in Poonch is a stark reminder of the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, which have been simmering for decades. The two countries have a long history of conflict, with the Kashmir dispute being one of the most contentious issues between them. The recent escalation in violence is a worrying sign of things to come, and it is imperative that both countries take immediate steps to de-escalate the situation and find a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential that international attention is drawn to the plight of the people of Poonch, who are caught in the midst of a conflict that is not of their making. The world must condemn the Pakistani army’s actions and call for an end to the violence and aggression. It is only through peaceful dialogue and negotiations that a lasting solution can be found to the Kashmir dispute.
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