Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India]: In one of the largest counter-drone operations in recent history, the Indian Army shot down over 50 Pakistani drones along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Borders (IB) on Wednesday night, defence sources confirmed.
The high-intensity operation was initiated after Pakistan launched a swarm drone assault across multiple border locations, attempting to infiltrate Indian airspace.
“Yesterday night, when Pakistan made failed attempts to send swarm drones all across various places along the LoC and IB, over 50 drones were successfully neutralised during a large-scale counter-drone operation conducted by Indian Army Air Defence units in Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot,” sources told ANI.
The Indian Army responded with rapid deployment of air defence systems, using a mix of L-70 anti-aircraft guns, Zu-23mm cannons, Schilka systems, and advanced counter-unmanned aerial system (UAS) equipment.
This swift and robust action demonstrated India’s readiness to neutralize modern aerial threats.
“The engagement involved extensive use of air defence assets, demonstrating the Army’s robust capability to counter aerial threats,” the sources added.
The incident triggered tension in border areas, where blackouts were enforced and gunfire persisted through the night. Locals described a night of chaos and resolve:
“There was a complete blackout last night. After that, drones started flying, and firing continued the entire night. Our forces are giving Pakistan a befitting reply. We are proud of our country,” a resident told ANI.
“Around 8 PM, we saw 3–4 drones. There was retaliatory firing the entire night. We are not scared. Schools are closed here,” said another local.
In response to the attacks, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced his visit to Jammu to assess the situation firsthand.
“Driving to Jammu now to take stock of the situation after last night’s failed Pakistani drone attack,” Abdullah posted on social media platform X.
The Indian Armed Forces confirmed no casualties were reported and that civilian areas were safeguarded effectively.