Archive · 6 Jun 2025
Punjab Border Residents Anxious After Operation Sindoor Pause
Imagine a game of hide-and-seek that never truly ends.
That's how people in Punjab's border villages feel.
After a military operation was put on hold, they're still worried.
They're scared of drones from across the border and aren't sure if it's safe.
Farmers are hesitant to work in their fields, and it’s hard to sleep at night.
Things like trade and travel have slowed down, too.
Everyone is unsure what will happen next, making it a nervous time for those living close to the border.
Fear lingers in Punjab border villages after Operation Sindoor was put on hold.
Residents express anxiety over the uncertain status of the military operation.
The threat of Pakistani drones contributes to the ongoing sense of unease.
Farmers are reluctant to work their fields despite BSF permission.
Economic and diplomatic activity remains sluggish in the region.
- Who
- Residents of Punjab's border districts, along with local farmers.
- What
- Uncertainty and fear persist in Punjab border districts after Operation Sindoor was put on hold.
- When
- A month after the launch of Operation Sindoor following the April 22 Pahalgam massacre.
- Where
- Punjab border villages near Attari and Tarn Taran.
- Why
- The lingering fear is due to the unresolved status of the military operation and the threat of Pakistani drones.
Concerned Residents
Government Officials
Operation Status
Concerned Residents
Residents express heightened insecurity due to the ambiguous status of the military operation.
Government Officials
Government officials maintain the operation is on hold.
- Operation Status
- Paused
- Affected Areas
- Punjab border villages near Attari and Tarn Taran
- Main Concern
- Unresolved Status
- Source of Fear
- Drones and Unfamiliar Sounds
- Current Protection
- Farmers are accompanied by Kisan Guards
- Impact on Activity
- Kartarpur Corridor closed