Indian military installations in Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur came under attack today from Pakistani-origin drones and missiles, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Defence. The attacks, which occurred along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir, were successfully neutralized using a combination of kinetic and non-kinetic defense systems, with no casualties or material losses reported.
The Ministry of Defence emphasized that the Indian military is fully prepared to safeguard its sovereignty and protect its citizens, maintaining a firm stance against any further provocations. The attack coincides with rising tensions in the region following India’s recent military operation, “Operation Sindoor,” launched on May 7, 2025, in retaliation for a terrorist attack on April 22, which killed 26 civilians in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Operation Sindoor involved targeted strikes on nine terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
In response to the incoming threats, the Indian Air Force deployed the advanced S-400 Sudarshan Chakra air defense systems, successfully neutralizing the missiles and drones. These defense systems, with a range of up to 400 kilometers, are strategically positioned to defend critical regions, including Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab, with additional units deployed to cover Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Pakistan, however, has denied any involvement in the attacks, with Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar rejecting India’s accusations. Meanwhile, Pakistan has reported casualties from Indian drone strikes, including the deaths of two civilians and the wounding of four soldiers in Lahore. Pakistani authorities claimed to have shot down several Indian drones, further escalating the confrontation.
The situation remains volatile, with both countries accusing each other of aggression. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that India’s actions were a proportional response to cross-border terrorism, while Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif warned that retaliation was imminent. Diplomatic tensions are also rising, with India suspending its participation in the Indus Waters Treaty and closing the Attari-Wagah border crossing.
The international community has expressed concern over the growing risk of a full-scale conflict, with the U.S. Consulate in Lahore issuing a security alert for its personnel. As both nations prepare for potential further escalation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a high-level meeting to review national security preparedness and inter-ministerial coordination.
