Pakistan Army Targets Mosque, Gurudwara, Temple in J&K’s Poonch
The ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan have taken a devastating turn, with the Pakistani army targeting a mosque, a gurudwara, and a temple in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district. The latest visuals to emerge from the region show the extent of the damage caused by the cross-border shelling, which has left at least 16 civilians, including women and children, dead.
According to reports, the Pakistani army launched a series of attacks on the civilian population in Poonch, using artillery and small arms fire. The shelling and firing began on Wednesday and has continued unabated, causing widespread destruction and chaos in the region.
The mosque, gurudwara, and temple that were targeted by the Pakistani army are all located in the Poonch district, which has seen some of the worst of the violence in recent days. The mosque and gurudwara were both heavily damaged, with walls and roofs collapsing under the impact of the artillery fire. The temple, which is located in a residential area, was also hit, causing significant damage to the building and nearby homes.
Eyewitnesses report that the shelling and firing was intense, with shells and bullets raining down on the civilian population. Many people were forced to flee their homes, seeking shelter in nearby villages and towns.
The death toll from the shelling and firing is expected to rise, with many more people injured and in need of medical attention. The Pakistani army’s actions have been widely condemned, with many calling for an immediate end to the violence.
The situation in Poonch is particularly dire, with many families left without homes or basic necessities. The region is already reeling from the economic impact of the pandemic, and the latest violence has only added to the challenges faced by the people.
The Indian army has been responding to the Pakistani army’s attacks, with both sides trading fire across the border. The Indian military has been working to evacuate civilians from the affected areas and provide medical assistance to those injured.
The latest violence in Poonch is just the latest in a series of skirmishes between the two countries, which has seen tensions escalate in recent weeks. The situation is particularly volatile, with both sides accusing each other of aggression.
The Pakistani army’s decision to target a mosque, gurudwara, and temple is particularly egregious, given the importance of religious places to the people of both countries. The destruction of these sacred sites will have far-reaching consequences, both for the people of Poonch and for the wider region.
As the situation continues to unfold, it is clear that the people of Poonch are facing a desperate situation. The Indian government must do everything in its power to provide support and assistance to those affected, while also working to de-escalate tensions with Pakistan.
In the meantime, the people of Poonch will continue to suffer, trapped in the midst of a conflict that is far beyond their control. It is up to the governments of India and Pakistan to work together to find a peaceful solution to this crisis, and to ensure that the people of Poonch are able to live in peace and safety.
