In a special briefing held Saturday night, hours after Pakistan violated the ceasefire agreement, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri strongly condemned Islamabad’s actions and issued a stern message urging restraint.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri says, “The Armed Forces are maintaining a strong vigil on the situation and have been given instructions to deal strongly with any instances of repetition of the violations of the borders along the international border as well as the line of control”
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“We urge Pakistan to take urgent steps to stop these violations. We take very, very serious notice of these violations,” Misri continued, addressing the media following multiple reports of cross-border shelling and drone activity in Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, and Rajasthan, despite a ceasefire agreement that came into effect at 5 PM IST.
#WATCH | Delhi: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri says, "An understanding was reached this evening between the DGMOs of India and Pakistan to stop the military action that was going on for the last few days. For the last few hours, this understanding is being violated by Pakistan.… pic.twitter.com/BNGnyvTnUH
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Misri further added, “We request Pakistan to take a step back and understand the situation,” emphasizing that India remains committed to de-escalation, but “will not hesitate to defend its citizens and territory.”
Earlier in the day, multiple explosions were reported across Srinagar, including Lal Chowk and BB Cantt area. There were also confirmed ceasefire violations at RS Pura, Akhnoor, Bhimber, and Chamb sectors along the Line of Control, with heavy mortar shelling reported. A complete blackout was also enforced in several districts including Barmer, Jaisalmer, Moga, and parts of J&K.
The Ministry of Defence has placed all border units on high alert, while air defence units remain active across affected sectors. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reiterated India’s right to respond firmly and proportionately to any breach of sovereignty.
