Air raid sirens blare in Ambala over possible Pakistan attack

AMBALA: An air raid warning has been issued by the Air Force Station in Ambala, indicating a possible attack from Pakistan.Sirens were sounded across the city at 10.22am, and residents were urged to remain indoors and avoid balconies or open areas."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," a directive issied by the divisional commissioner read. The warning comes amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, which has led to increased vigilance across several northern states.Earlier, air raid sirens were sounded in Chandigarh on Friday morning by the Air Force Station, warning of a possible aerial attack.Sirens were sounded across the city and residents were advised to stay indoors and away from balconies, windows and glass panes, specifically sectors 45-47, according to a message issued by the Chandigarh deputy commissioner and DC Mohali.Following the sirens, work at the Punjab and Haryana High Court was suspended for the day. While judges continued to hear urgent matters, lawyers abstained from work as a precautionary measure. The high court has jurisdiction over both Punjab and Haryana, as well as the Union Territory of Chandigarh.In a communication to RWAs and market associations, the DC urged citizens to respond swiftly to sirens by switching off all lights and staying indoors. “Do not venture outside or onto rooftops,” the advisory said.