Locals walk along the roadside of Srinagar by vendors. May 10, 2025. Image source: AFP
After India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire, the village near its village (LOC) began on Saturday (10 May 2025) evening (10 May 2025), a ceasefire widely praised by the Jamu and Kashmir political parties.
Zakir Malik, 49, a resident of Gingal Village in the Uri area of Baramulla, whose family of seven was transferred back to his home from Gantamulla on Saturday. “We left the village after Pakistani shelling caused damage to houses and shops on Friday [May 9, 2025] morning. I heard about the ceasefire on my phone. We decided to move back to raise cattle and go back to the fields,” Malik said.
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More than 100 families left a part of Uri Tehsil, Balamara, due to strong shelling in Pakistan two days, according to official data. More than 55 displaced families continue to live in Sheeri Rehabilitation Centre and the temporary shelter at URI Government College. “We hope to return on Sunday. We thank both countries for ending the violence. The government needs to play its role to help those who have lost their homes shells,” said Fahmida Bi, a local resident of URI.
In the Chamu region, the Pornchi and Rajuri regions suffered the most in the recent conflict between India and Pakistan. About 20 civilians were killed in both areas due to artillery bombardment by Pakistani troops.
Meanwhile, Jamu and Kashmir political parties cheered India and Pakistan for reaching a ceasefire agreement. J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah welcomed the development, “I welcome the announcement of the ceasefire recovery between India and Pakistan by a spokesperson for the Indian Government. It’s better to be late than not.
Mr. Abdullah stressed that the substantial damage was caused by cross-border shelling and attacks in Jamu, Pornchi, Rajuri, Tandal and other border areas. Mr. Abdullah added: “We also hope that we can resume flights to J, too.”
Dr Farooq Abdullah, patron of the National Conference (NC), said the main responsibility for bridging the trust deficit was “liaring with Islamabad, which must address New Delhi’s concerns about cross-border terrorism.”
Mehbooba Mufti, former chief minister and chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), said: “I thank you.” [the President of U.S.] Donald Trump’s intervention and congratulates the leadership of both countries. After a long time, the J&K people will definitely feel relieved. However, we never need external help. India must now rise and lead as its elder brother. ”
Hurriyat Chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said India and Pakistan agreed to a better feeling for the ceasefire. “This is a great relief for all, especially those living on both sides of the LOC, where precious lives are lost, shelter and livelihoods are destroyed. As US Secretary Marco Rubio said, the possibility of conversation between the two, on a wide range of issues, is a welcome result. The conversation is a means of peace and stability. This is the leadership of this.
J&K People’s Congress President Sajad Lone described the ceasefire announcement as a welcome step. “There is a feeling of relief around you. Residents in the J&K border area have had a painful time. Hope they can get back to life and hope we as a society help them and help them rebuild their homes.”
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