Calm prevails in Punjab after understanding between India, Pakistan to stop military actions
The Hindu
Punjab border areas calm after India-Pakistan understanding; authorities urge normalcy, vigilance, and no firecrackers or drones.
Calm prevailed in Punjab, especially in the border areas of the state, on Sunday (May 11, 2025) morning, following an understanding between India and Pakistan to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea.
Authorities have asked people to resume their normal activities and maintain calm.
At around 8:30 a.m., the district administration in Amritsar asked people to resume their normal routine.
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The Jalandhar district administration also said there was nothing to worry and work may resume as usual.
"All is well here in Jalandhar. According to the information received, there is nothing to worry and work may resume as usual. Forces are on a constant vigil," Jalandhar Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Aggarwal said.
However, the district authorities have requested people not to burst firecrackers or fly drones.
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