13 Killed in J&K including children, and damages a Gurdwara, escalating tensions post-Operation Sindoor.
13 Killed in J&K in the aftermath of India’s Operation Sindoor, tensions along the Line of Control (LoC) have escalated dramatically. Pakistani forces have intensified shelling across several sectors in Jammu and Kashmir, leading to tragic civilian casualties and widespread destruction.
On May 7, Pakistani artillery targeted multiple areas, including Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, and Akhnoor. This unprovoked aggression resulted in the deaths of 13 civilians, among them four children and a soldier, and left 59 others injured .
A particularly heart-wrenching incident occurred in Poonch district, where a shell struck the revered Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha. The attack claimed the lives of three Sikh men, including a hymn singer, and caused significant damage to the sacred site . The Sikh community, both locally and nationally, has expressed profound grief and outrage over this act of violence.
The Indian Army has responded with measured retaliation, aiming to neutralize the sources of the shelling while minimizing further civilian harm. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh stated that India’s actions are in direct response to the recent Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 civilians dead .The Economic Times
In light of the ongoing hostilities, authorities have ordered the closure of all educational institutions in the border districts of Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Rajouri, and Poonch. Emergency control rooms have been established to assist affected residents .
The international community has voiced concern over the escalating conflict. Calls for restraint and dialogue have been issued by several nations, emphasizing the need to prevent further loss of life and maintain regional stability.
As the situation remains volatile, the resilience and unity of the affected communities stand as a testament to their strength in the face of adversity.
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