PAK resorts to heavy cross-border shelling in Poonch amid Operation Sindoor; 10 civilians killed, 33 injured

At least ten civilians were killed after Pakistan resorted to heavy shelling along the Line of Control (LoC) in various sectors of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday morning. Massive shelling is going on all along the LoC and International Border in Jammu and Kashmir, from Kathua to Uri.

In a devastating incident of cross-border shelling, at least 10 civilians lost their lives and 33 others sustained injuries in the Poonch district alone along the LoC. The shelling targeted several border villages in the Mendhar and Mankote sectors, while the Indian Army responded to the aggression.

Initial reports stated that due to intense shelling by Pakistani forces, ten civilians were killed and approximately 33 others were injured. Many of the injured are reported to be in critical condition.

The injured victims have been shifted to the district hospital in Poonch, where their condition is being closely monitored. Authorities are working to provide immediate relief and have assured full support to the affected families.

The shelling has caused significant damage to property, with several houses in the affected areas either destroyed or severely damaged. Local authorities, including district officials and police, are working to evacuate people from vulnerable areas and are implementing safety measures to prevent further casualties.

In a statement, the Army said, "During the night of 06–07 May 2025, the Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked firing, including artillery shelling, from posts across the Line of Control and International Border opposite Jammu & Kashmir."

The deceased have been identified as:

1. Mohammad Adil, son of Shaeen Noor, resident of Sagra, Mendhar, Poonch
2. Saleem Hussain, son of Altaf Hussain, resident of Balakot, Mendhar, Poonch
3. Ruby Kour, wife of Shallu Singh, Mohalla Sardaran, Mankote, Mendhar, Poonch
4. Mohammad Zain (10), son of Rameez Khan, resident of village Kalani, Mandi, presently residing near Christ School, Poonch
5. Mohammad Akram (55), son of Abdul Subhan, Ward No. 01, Mohalla Sukka Katha, Poonch
6. Amrik Singh, son of Avtar Singh, resident of Mohalla Sandigate, Poonch
7. Ranjit Singh, son of Joga Singh, resident of Sandigate
8. Zoya Khan (12), daughter of Rameez Khan, resident of village Kalani, Mandi, presently residing near Christ School, Poonch
9. Mohammad Rafi (36), son of Mohammad Din, resident of village Kojra, Bandichechian, Poonch
10. Mohammad Iqbal (45), son of Peer Baksh, resident of village Baila, presently residing in Ward No. 02,  Poonch