J&K L-G visits Pakistan shelling-hit area in Kupwara

IANS May 17, 2025 180 views

J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha conducted a critical on-ground assessment of areas impacted by recent Pakistan border shelling in Kupwara district. During his visit to Tangdhar Sector, he directly engaged with affected families and witnessed extensive damage to civilian infrastructure. The administration has initiated immediate assistance and is preparing a comprehensive rehabilitation plan to submit to the central government. This visit underscores the ongoing tensions and human cost of cross-border conflict in the region.

"Visited the border area in Tangdhar Sector and assessed the damage" - J&K Lt Governor's Office
Srinagar, May 17: J&K Lt Governor, Manoj Sinha, on Saturday visited the areas affected by Pakistan shelling close to the line of control (LoC) in Kupwara district.

Key Points

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- Lt Governor interacts with families affected by Pakistan border shelling

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Over 200 houses and shops destroyed in cross-border firing

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Comprehensive rehabilitation plan to be submitted to GoI

Office of the Lt Governor said on X, "Visited the border area in Tangdhar Sector and assessed the damage due to unprovoked heavy shelling by Pakistan. Administration has made the assessment & immediate assistance has been provided. A few people are left to be rehabilitated."

"But I feel this help is not enough. I've asked Div Com & senior officers to prepare a comprehensive plan so we can request GoI for proper rehabilitation," the office of the Lt Governor said.

Manoj Sinha said that based on the comprehensive plan, the Jammu and Kashmir government will request the Centre and rehabilitate the remaining people.

During his visit to Tangdhar, the Lt Governor interacted with the members of the affected families to get the first-hand account of their suffering.

Extensive damage to private and public property occurred in Pakistani mortar shelling on civilian facilities along the LoC in Poonch, Rajouri, Baramulla and Kupwara districts.

In addition to displacing hundreds of locals, over 200 houses and shops were destroyed in Pakistani shelling.

Abandoning their homes, cattle and agricultural fields, border residents ran for life immediately after shells started raining on their homes from across the border.

India and Pakistan announced a ceasefire understanding on May 10 as the DGMOs of the two countries spoke to each other on the hotline.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that both the Indus Water Treaty and trade with Pakistan would continue to be in abeyance.

PM Modi also said that the only talks possible with Pakistan can be on terror and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said the ceasefire understanding will be respected by India only as long as Pakistan does not allow any terror activity against India from its land.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is heartbreaking. Our border residents suffer every time Pakistan violates ceasefire. The rehabilitation plan must include long-term solutions like underground bunkers and early warning systems. Kudos to LG Sinha for visiting personally 🙏
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Priya M.
Why are we always on the receiving end? Pakistan needs to understand that peace is a two-way street. Our government should take stronger diplomatic action - mere statements won't stop these violations. #StandWithKashmir
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Amit S.
The administration's response seems good but implementation is key. Last time also promises were made after shelling, but many families still live in temporary shelters. Hope this comprehensive plan includes proper timelines and accountability.
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Sunita R.
As someone from Punjab who has seen border tensions, I feel for Kashmiris. The psychological trauma is worse than property damage. Government should also provide counseling services to affected families. Stay strong, Kupwara! 🇮🇳
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Vikram J.
While rehabilitation is important, we need to ask why ceasefire violations continue despite agreements. Our armed forces are doing great job, but maybe we need to rethink our strategy at LoC. More surveillance tech, less dependence on verbal agreements.
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Neha T.
The PM's stance is correct - no normalization until terrorism stops. But we must ensure border residents don't become pawns in this conflict. Their lives matter more than political point-scoring from either side.

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