After night of drones and explosions, Rajasthan border districts now calm

IANS May 11, 2025 413 views

Tensions escalated along the Rajasthan-Pakistan border with multiple drone activities and unexplained explosions on Saturday night. Indian security forces quickly responded, intercepting potential aerial threats and implementing strict blackout protocols across affected districts. Residents in Barmer, Jaisalmer, and surrounding areas complied with emergency measures, demonstrating heightened vigilance. Despite the ceasefire announcement, the border regions remained on high alert with continuous monitoring by local authorities.

"Security forces remain on high alert" - Indian Military Officials
Jaipur, May 11: Despite a recently announced ceasefire between India and Pakistan, Sunday morning looked peaceful across the border districts of Barmer, Sriganganagar, Bikaner, and Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, officials said.

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Six explosions heard in Jaisalmer creating panic among residents

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Indian Army successfully intercepted and neutralized aerial threats

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Blackout measures reimposed across nine Rajasthan districts

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Border regions closely monitored by local administrations

Tensions continued along the Rajasthan border as explosion kind of sounds were heard in Jaisalmer and Pakistani drone activities were reported in Barmer and Sriganganagar.

The Indian Army successfully intercepted and neutralised these aerial threats, preventing potential damage and casualties, officials added.

According to local sources, six loud explosions were heard from the western side of Jaisalmer around 11:37 p.m. on Saturday, creating panic among residents.

The nature of the blasts remains unconfirmed.

Earlier, following the ceasefire announcement on Saturday, markets had reopened in Barmer, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Phalodi, Bikaner, Sriganganagar and Hanumangarh.

However, by Saturday night, authorities reimposed blackout measures again across nine districts, including Pali and Balotra, as a precaution against aerial attacks.

In Jodhpur, a planned blackout was enforced by Jodhpur discoms from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m, with power supply restored at 4:30 a.m.

During the blackout, residents were instructed to switch off inverter lights as well.

The police responded swiftly to reports of lights being on in certain homes, issuing reminders to follow security protocols.

In Barmer, District Collector Tina Dabi declared a fresh blackout on Saturday night, accompanied by continuous warning sirens.

The administration urged residents to return home and adhere strictly to blackout guidelines.

Within minutes of the announcement via social media, local markets shut down and streets cleared as people complied with safety measures.

The Jaisalmer administration extended the blackout window from 8:30 p.m. to 6 a.m., following the violation of the ceasefire.

Though multiple explosions were heard late at Saturday night, no casualties or damages have been reported.

Authorities have confirmed that as of Sunday morning, the situation remains calm and under control across all affected districts.

Security forces remain on high alert, and local administrations continue to monitor the border regions closely.

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