Live Updates: India targeted, damaged Neelum-Jhelum dam: ISPR chief

Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry on Wednesday morning said in a media briefing that following last night’s “unprovoked” attack by India, it committed another regrettable act, which was targeting and damaging the Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Project. 

Addressing the briefing, the military spokesman questioned if India wanted to target the water of the people of Pakistan. “Does international and war laws allow targeting the water reserves of a country?” he asked. 

Furthermore, Lt Gen Chaudhry explained that India launched unprovoked attacks on Pakistan during the night between May 6 and 7, targeting six different locations, including mosques and civilian areas. It resulted in the martyrdom of at least 26 civilians and injuries to 46 others, he added. 

The ISPR DG confirmed that Indian forces deliberately targeted places of worship in multiple cities, including Ahmedpur East and Muridke. “This is a clear reflection of the Hindutva mindset of the Modi government,” he said, condemning the attacks.

In Ahmedpur East, a mosque was struck, injuring 37 people, including nine women and three young girls. Masjid Abbas, another mosque was hit, killing a 16-year-old girl and an 18-year-old boy, while a mother and daughter were wounded. A third mosque in Muridke was also targeted, resulting in the martyrdom of three men and injuries to one more.

Five more civilians, including a child, were martyred in unprovoked Indian firing along the Line of Control (LoC). However, attacks in Sialkot and Shakargarh fortunately caused no casualties or property damage.