Mysterious ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ Red Balloon Found in Jammu - How Did It Get Here?

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Jammu: A red balloon inscribed with the words “Pakistan Zindabad” in Urdu was discovered in an agricultural field in Khanpur village, tehsil Ramgarh, District Samba. Locals spotted the balloon and immediately informed the police. Authorities suspect that the balloon may have originated from across the border in Pakistan, given its markings and the circumstances surrounding its discovery.

The balloon is currently in the custody of Ramgarh Police Station, who are investigating the matter further. Officials have urged residents to remain alert and report any similar incidents.No injuries or damages have been reported, and the investigation is ongoing.Earlier this month, the security forces recovered a suspected packet near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district following drone activity in the Khari sector.The security forces recovered a packet from Poonch, and a detailed search operation is underway. Meanwhile, a suspected drone movement was noticed along the LoC, after which a joint search operation was launched by the Indian Army, the Special Operations Group (SOG), and the local police. The packet is believed to have been dropped by the same drone.The contents of the recovered packet are yet to be officially disclosed, pending verification and examination by security agencies. However, sources told Times Now that IED ammunition and drugs were recovered from the packet.An Indian Army official confirmed to Times Now that a suspected packet was found near the LoC. Following the recovery, a detailed search operation is currently underway. “Further details are being ascertained and will be shared once facts are established,” the official said.(With inputs from reporter Ankit Bhat)