On April 1, 2025, the Pakistan Army violated the ceasefire agreement by opening fire on Indian positions along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Krishna Ghati (KG) sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district. According to army sources, Pakistani troops initiated unprovoked firing at around 11:00 AM, targeting Indian forward posts without any prior provocation. In response, the Indian Army retaliated swiftly and effectively to suppress enemy fire, preventing further escalation of tensions in the region.
The Krishna Ghati sector has historically been one of the most sensitive areas along the LoC, with frequent ceasefire violations reported in the past. However, in recent years, there had been a relative calm following the reaffirmation of the 2003 ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan in February 2021. The latest incident has raised concerns over renewed hostilities along the border, as such violations threaten to destabilize the fragile peace in the region.
Sources within the Indian defense establishment have confirmed that there were no casualties or significant damage reported on the Indian side. The Army remains on high alert and has increased surveillance measures along the LoC to prevent any further transgressions. Senior military officials have reiterated that while India is committed to maintaining peace, any act of aggression from across the border will be met with a strong and proportionate response.
This latest firing incident comes amid already strained relations between India and Pakistan, with both nations accusing each other of supporting cross-border terrorism. Over the past few months, intelligence reports have indicated increased militant activity in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), with infiltration attempts being foiled by Indian security forces. The violation of the ceasefire is seen as a potential attempt by Pakistan to provide cover fire for terrorist infiltration into Indian territory.
Indian defense analysts believe that such provocations from Pakistan are often linked to internal political dynamics within the country. With Pakistan currently facing economic turmoil and political instability, experts suggest that border tensions might be an attempt to divert domestic attention away from internal crises. However, the Indian security forces remain prepared to tackle any threats arising from across the border.
In response to the incident, top defense officials in India are closely monitoring the situation. The Ministry of External Affairs is also expected to take up the issue with Pakistani authorities through diplomatic channels. While a formal complaint to Pakistan is likely, defense analysts emphasize that India will continue to follow a policy of “zero tolerance” for any ceasefire violations or cross-border aggression.
The coming days will be crucial in determining whether this ceasefire violation was an isolated incident or a sign of escalating tensions along the LoC. With the Indian Army maintaining a strong presence and advanced surveillance measures in place, any further aggression from Pakistan is expected to be met with an equally robust response.
