India’s S400 Sudarshan Chakra Foils Pakistan’s Attempts To Target 15 Indian Cities

New Delhi: India’s S-400 ‘Sudarshan Chakra’ air defence system intercepted and destroyed multiple drones and missiles launched from Pakistan in the early hours of Thursday. The intercepts took place over Punjab between 1:10 AM and 1:20 AM, triggering loud explosions across several districts. The projectiles, aimed at 15 Indian cities including Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, and Chandigarh, were neutralised mid-air by India’s advanced air defence network.

According to the Ministry of Defence, Pakistan attempted to strike military targets across northern and western India. However, the Indian Integrated Counter-UAS Grid and Air Defence systems swiftly tracked and eliminated the incoming threats. Loud explosions were heard across Punjab between 1:10 AM and 1:20 AM, and debris has since been recovered confirming mid-air interception. Power outages followed in some areas but were restored by early morning.

In retaliation, the Indian Armed Forces carried out targeted strikes on Pakistani air defence radars and installations, including key sites in Lahore. As per sources, one of Pakistan’s air defence systems in Lahore was successfully neutralised.

The Ministry also reported that Pakistan had intensified its shelling along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir using heavy artillery and mortars. Civilian areas in Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar, and Rajouri were targeted. Tragically, 16 Indian civilians, including five children and three women, lost their lives due to Pakistani fire. India responded with precision strikes to silence Pakistan’s artillery posts.

Officials reiterated India’s stand of non-escalation, stating that any further provocation would be met with equal intensity but measured force.
 

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Religious Sites Hit in Poonch

Pakistan also targeted religious places in Jammu’s Poonch district. A mortar shell hit the outer structure of a Gurudwara, damaging its walls. Locals said the incident was unlike anything they had seen in previous conflicts. Other nearby places of worship were also reportedly hit.

Leaders across political parties condemned the act, calling it a desperate attempt to retaliate after Indian strikes dismantled terror infrastructure under Operation Sindoor.

Drone Blast in Gujarat ’s Kutch

Meanwhile, in Gujarat’s Khavda area near the India-Pakistan border, a drone exploded after hitting a high-tension power line on Wednesday night. No casualties were reported, but security agencies are on alert. The IAF and local police have launched an investigation into possible cross-border mischief.

US Asks Citizens in Lahore to Shelter or Leave

As India continues to strike in and around Lahore, the US Consulate General has advised American citizens to shelter-in-place or leave if safe. There are also reports that areas near Lahore airport is also evacuated.

The US Embassy urged citizens to monitor local news, keep their documents ready, and have a plan to leave without relying on government help.