Pakistan Violates Ceasefire in Poonch, Indian Army Responds Firmly
Pakistan Violates Ceasefire in Poonch, Indian Army Responds Firmly
Tensions Rise Along LoC as Cross-Border Hostilities Escalate
Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir | February 13, 2025 – Tensions flared along the Line of Control (LoC) as Pakistani forces violated the ceasefire on Wednesday, targeting Indian Army positions in the Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch district. In response, the Indian Army retaliated with precision, reportedly inflicting heavy casualties on the Pakistani side.
According to defense officials, this marks the first ceasefire violation in 2025 and signals a concerning shift in cross-border hostilities. The extent of damage in Pakistan-occupied territory remains unclear, but sources suggest that India’s swift and firm response effectively neutralized the threat.
Ceasefire Violations and Rising Security Threats
The latest border skirmish follows a series of security incidents along the LoC. A day earlier, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast in the Akhnoor sector killed two Indian soldiers—Captain Karamjit Singh Bakshi and Naik Mukesh—while another soldier sustained injuries. Security agencies suspect Pakistan-backed terrorist groups orchestrated the attack, signaling renewed infiltration attempts.
Over the past week, Indian forces have recorded at least four cross-border incidents, including sniper fire in Nowshera (Rajouri sector) and an infiltration attempt in Keri sector. Intelligence sources warn that these incidents indicate an organized escalation from across the border, potentially threatening regional stability.
Indian Army’s Response and Security Measures
In response to the increasing threats, Lieutenant General Navin Sachdeva, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the White Knight Corps, led a high-level security review along the LoC in Rajouri. The Indian Army reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance on cross-border aggression and maintained that while the ceasefire agreement remains in effect, any violation will be met with a strong and proportionate response.
A defense spokesperson stated, “The Indian Army is fully prepared to prevent infiltration and safeguard national security. Concerns over the ceasefire violation have been formally raised with Pakistan through diplomatic and military channels.”
Implications for Regional Stability
The renewed violence along the LoC raises concerns about the future of the February 2021 ceasefire agreement, which had significantly reduced border tensions between India and Pakistan over the past three years. However, recent provocations indicate a shift in Pakistan’s approach, with security experts cautioning that further ceasefire violations could lead to heightened conflict.
The instability in Kashmir also has broader geopolitical implications. Historically, increased tensions along the LoC have influenced regional security policies, trade routes, and diplomatic relations, particularly with China and other South Asian neighbors. Analysts suggest that any sustained military engagement in the region could complicate efforts to maintain stability in the broader Indo-Pacific region.
India on High Alert Amid Ongoing Tensions
With the Indian Army maintaining a heightened state of alert, military analysts believe that any further provocation from across the border will be met with an even stronger response. While India remains open to diplomatic engagements, its defense forces are prepared to tackle any emerging threats.
As security agencies monitor the evolving situation, authorities stress that India’s territorial integrity and national security remain paramount, and any act of aggression will not go unanswered.
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