During a large-scale counter-drone operation on Thursday night, the Indian Army successfully neutralized over 50 Pakistani drones along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Borders (IB), sources confirmed to ANI.
The operation was initiated following unsuccessful attempts by Pakistan to infiltrate Indian territory with multiple swarm drones across various locations. Indian Army Air Defence units responded promptly, targeting the drones in areas including Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot.
Sources stated, “Yesterday night, when Pakistan made failed attempts to send swarm drones all across various places along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Borders (IB), over 50 drones were successfully neutralised during a large-scale counter-drone operation conducted by Indian Army Air Defence units in the areas of Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot areas.”
The Army employed a range of air defence systems and weaponry to destroy the drones. “The engagement involved extensive use of L-70 guns, Zu-23mm, Schilka systems, and other advanced counter-UAS equipment, demonstrating the Army’s robust capability to counter aerial threats,” sources added.
Following the incident, former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, posted on X, “Driving to Jammu now to take stock of the situation after last night’s failed Pakistani drone attack directed at Jammu city & other parts of the division.”
Local residents reported a tense night near the border. One resident told ANI, “There was a complete blackout last night. After which, drones started flying and firing continued the entire night. Our forces are giving Pakistan a befitting reply. We have trust in our Prime Minister and our Army. All drones were neutralised by our forces. We are proud of our country. There is tension near the border, but the rest of the places are safe.”
Another local resident reported, “Last night at around 8 PM, we saw 3-4 drones. There was retaliatory firing, which continued the entire night. What Pakistan did is not right. We are not scared. Schools are closed here…”
The Indian Armed Forces successfully thwarted the drone attack, which appeared to be targeting civilian areas. No casualties have been reported in the incident.
