Less than four hours after India and Pakistan reached a ceasefire agreement on May 10 evening, explosions were reported from parts of Jammu and Kashmir.
All India Radio News reported, “Pakistani army has violated the ceasefire hours after agreeing to stop firing and military action by both countries. A drone has been spotted near LoC in Poonch of Jammu and Kashmir. Blackout reports have also been received from Barmer in Rajasthan.”
The state’s Chief Minister Omar Abdullah tweeted at 8.53 pm that explosions were heard across Srinagar. Minutes later, he said, “This is no ceasefire. The air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up,” embedding a video.
As per reports, heavy shelling and firing were reported in the areas of Akhnoor, Poonch, Rajouri and Jammu sectors. Drone activities have also been reported.
The district administration of Barmer in Rajasthan imposed a blackout around 8.40 pm.
Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi said that drones were spotted in the Kutch district in the state."A complete blackout will be implemented now," the Minister said at 9.34 pm on May 10.
The Amritsar District Commissioner said, “Since there are reports of ceasefire violations, we will remain on alert today. We will observe blackouts if and when needed. I advise all to kindly be prepared for enforcement of blackout if the need arises and be at home/indoors. Please do not indulge in bursting fire crackers. We have done this drill several times, so please don't panic. This is by way of abundant caution.”
Nearly three days after the tension escalated between India and Pakistan, on Saturday, May 10 India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire. While addressing the media, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri informed that the decision was taken after Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations contacted his Indian counterpart after 3 pm on Saturday evening.