LoC Landmines Explode After Forest Fire in Poonch, Border Villages Terrified

• A forest fire in Mendhar's Balakote sector, Poonch district, triggered explosions of landmines laid on the LoC.
• The fire spread rapidly due to dry grass and strong winds, reaching the army's forward security fence where anti-personnel mines are placed.
• Powerful blasts from exploding landmines terrorized border villagers, who initially feared a war had broken out.
• The army has issued a high alert, increased surveillance with drones and thermal cameras, and confirmed no breach of border security.
• Officials stated the explosions were not a terrorist attack and no casualties or injuries to soldiers have been reported.

Why It Matters: Forest fire on LoC caused landmines to explode, terrifying villagers but security remains intact.