Poonch Shelling Tragedy: Compassion NGO, Rajouri Times, and Community Express Grief and Call for Peace

Poonch, May 8, 2025 – Following the recent tragic loss of civilian lives and injuries due to shelling in the Poonch district along the Line of Control (LoC), local organizations and news outlets have voiced their profound sorrow and made a strong appeal for de-escalation. Compassion NGO, a prominent humanitarian organization based in Rajouri, issued a statement expressing their deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and their heartfelt sympathy for those injured in the cross-border shelling. The NGO emphasized the devastating impact of such incidents on innocent civilians, highlighting the immense suffering endured by families and communities caught in the crossfire.

The Rajouri Times news agency, which earlier reported on the casualties, echoed these sentiments in their latest coverage. The local news outlet underscored the human cost of the escalating tensions, portraying the grief and fear gripping the affected areas. They joined the call for an immediate cessation of hostilities, emphasizing that the ongoing exchanges are resulting in an unacceptable loss of civilian lives and represent a setback for civilization.

Compassion NGO and the Rajouri Times both urged authorities on both sides of the LoC to prioritize the safety and well-being of civilians and to take immediate steps to de-escalate the prevailing tensions. They stressed the urgent need for dialogue and peaceful means to resolve the underlying issues, preventing further bloodshed and suffering in the region.

The outpouring of sympathy and the impassioned pleas from local organizations and media underscore the deep concern within the community regarding the escalating situation along the Line of Control. Their collective voice adds to the growing calls for peace and stability in the region, emphasizing the shared desire for an end to the violence that continues to claim innocent lives.