Chandigarh, Patiala on alert day after India thwart Pakistan’s missile-drone attack

Air raid sirens rang out in Chandigarh and Patiala on Friday morning amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan. The alerts comes just hours after India thwarted a missile and drone attack by Pakistan on 3 military bases.

The deputy commissioner of Chandigarh advised people to remain indoors and stay away from balconies.

“An Air warning has been received from Air force station of possible attack. Sirens are being sounded. All are advised to remain indoors and away from balconies,” Chandigarh DC said in its advisory.

Residents in Patiala district were also advised to remain indoors and stay calm. The district also announced a closure of all educational institutionals until further.

“All residents of District Patiala are requested to remain indoors and stay calm. Please avoid stepping out unless it is absolutely necessary. All educational institutions in the district are closed until further notice,” Patiala deputy commissioner said.

This is a developing story, more details are awaited.