Pakistan Installs Air Raid Sirens in 29 Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Amid Fears of Indian Retaliation. Cities like Peshawar, Abbottabad, and Swat are on high alert.
India-Pakistan Tension: Amidst rising political tensions and military stand-off between India and Pakistan, Pakistan is apprehensive about potential terrorist attacks and a possible Indian response. Fearing retaliation for the terrorist attack in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan has ordered the installation of air raid sirens in 29 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK).
These districts include major cities such as Peshawar, Abbottabad, Swat, Mardan, and Kohat. This move by Pakistan signals a perceived preparation for potential military action against India, creating fear and anxiety within the country.
Air Raid Sirens Sound Across 29 Pakistani Districts
The order to install air raid sirens has been issued in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) province, located 300-500 kilometers from the Line of Control (LoC). The civil defense department has instructed officials to install sirens in all major districts to establish an emergency warning system. This step appears to be a response to a perceived military threat, signaling the possibility of imminent Indian action.
The 29 districts under this order include major cities such as Peshawar, Abbottabad, Mardan, Swat, and Kohat. Border areas like Bajaur, Hangu, Waziristan, and Chitral are also included in the plan.
Sirens Far From LoC: Why the Precaution?
Significantly, these districts are located far from the LoC, many at distances ranging from 300 to 500 kilometers. Despite this distance, Pakistan's actions clearly indicate apprehension regarding a potential military response from India. India's b reaction to the Pulwama attack has further exacerbated security concerns within Pakistan.
Is Pakistan Concerned About a Threat from Afghanistan?
Pakistan's decision to install air raid sirens also suggests a potential concern about attacks originating from Afghanistan. Sharing a border with Afghanistan, Pakistan's deployment of the siren system may also be a precaution against a possible Indian attack routed through Afghanistan.
