Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah left for Jammu early on Friday to assess the situation following the previous night’s failed drone attack by Pakistan, which targeted several locations in the region amid escalating tensions.
Abdullah announced his visit in a post on X, stating, “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.”
The Indian military had on Thursday night neutralised Pakistani attempts to hit military installations in Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur and other strategic locations with drones and missiles, amid growing fears of a broader military conflict. The Defence Ministry said the Indian armed forces remain “fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people.”
Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir Education Minister Sakina Itoo ordered the closure of all schools for the next two days, citing the prevailing security concerns.
“The situation at the time will determine if the closure is extended and, if so, for how long,” Abdullah said, indicating that a decision on reopening schools would be reviewed on Monday.
Eyewitnesses reported the sound of sirens and numerous explosions in Akhnoor, Samba, Baramulla, Kupwara and other areas on Thursday night as Indian forces responded to the attempted strikes.
The incident comes amid heightened tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours, following a series of escalations that have raised fears of a wider conflict.
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