The Indian Armed Forces on Wednesday night shot down all missiles and drones fired by Pakistan at military bases in Jammu, Udhampur and Pathankot.
Reports from Jammu say the attack was stopped using a mix of S-400 missile defence systems, Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAMS), and the Integrated Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (ICM).
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This was Pakistan’s first big air-borne attack on Jammu. The missiles and drones were aimed at Satwari (near Jammu Airport), Samba, RS Pura and Arnia in Jammu district and military stations in Udhampur and Pathankot. The attack started around 8pm and went on for about 30 minutes. During this time, sirens were heard, and blackouts were sounded in many areas to keep people safe.
Since India had already carried out strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), the armed forces were already on high alert. The air defence systems were ready and stopped all incoming threats in mid-air.
There were no casualties or damage. At least eight missiles were destroyed, and although the number of drones is not yet known, all were successfully brought down. Pieces of the missiles and drones fell in places like Kakryal in Katra, Garhi in Udhampur and other parts of Jammu.
The defence ministry said the threats were dealt with quickly using both physical weapons and technology-based systems. People in Jammu city said they saw bright flares in the sky and heard loud blasts as Indian forces acted. Many watched from their rooftops and shared videos on social media.
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There was a feeling of relief and pride in Jammu once it became clear that the attack had failed. Soon after the missile strike, Pakistan also started shelling areas near the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border, especially in Rajouri and Poonch. Indian soldiers gave a strong reply to the shelling.
Tensions have escalated on the LOC and IB, and 13 people have died in the shelling in Poonch. Poonch has borne the brunt of cross-border shelling. Many resident from Poonch have been evacuated by the authorities to safer places, while some have also shifted to homes of their relatives. Those injured in the shelling are being treated in different hospitals in Jammu.
