First Peaceful Night in 19 Days Along LoC After India-Pakistan Ceasefire
The Line of Control saw its first calm night in 19 days after India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire, with no reports of shelling or firing, the Army confirmed.
Following the ceasefire understanding between India and Pakistan on Saturday evening, the intervening night of Sunday and Monday remained free of any military activity across the LoC and International Border areas.
“No ceasefire violations were reported last night. This is the first night of complete calm in 19 days,” said a senior Indian Army officer posted in Jammu.
From April 23 to May 6, minor firing incidents were reported, escalating into major artillery shelling and aerial exchanges between May 7 and 11.
In Poonch district’s Surankot, one of the worst-hit areas, residents experienced a rare moment of relief. The border town, recently emptied due to intense shelling, is beginning to see signs of normalcy.
“Two days ago, we were hiding in bunkers. Today, we’re stepping out and hoping to return to our homes,” said Mohammed Aslam, a resident displaced by the firing.
Authorities have urged caution but confirmed that the situation is stable. Relief teams have been deployed to assess damage and support returning residents.
Tensions peaked after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. This led to India’s Operation Sindoor, which targeted multiple terror camps in Pakistan and PoK from May 7 to 10.
Both sides reported casualties, and Pakistani forces attempted retaliatory attacks along the LoC, drawing a strong response from Indian forces.
The ceasefire was initiated after Pakistan’s DGMO requested de-escalation in a call with his Indian counterpart on May 10.
While the night passed without incident, Indian forces remain on high alert. “We are committed to peace, but fully prepared for any provocation,” an Army spokesperson said.
