Punjab News: This District Administration Imposes Complete Blackout on Night of May 8th to Dawn of 9th

The Gurdaspur District Administration has issued an official directive enforcing a complete blackout across the district from 9:00 PM on May 8 to 5:00 AM on May 9.

Punjab | Gurdaspur District Administration orders complete blackout in the district from 9:00 pm on 8th May to 5:00 am on May 9

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2025

The announcement comes amid heightened security concerns in the border areas

The announcement comes amid heightened security concerns in the border areas, particularly following the developments linked to Operation Sindoor and recent cross-border tensions. Though no official reason has been cited publicly, the move is believed to be a precautionary measure to ensure civilian safety and maintain operational secrecy during possible military activity or in anticipation of retaliatory action.

The district administration has appealed for public cooperation

Residents have been asked to switch off all lights, including outdoor and indoor illumination, and to avoid unnecessary movement during the blackout period.

The district administration has appealed for public cooperation, emphasizing that such measures are essential for national security and public safety in sensitive regions like Gurdaspur, which shares proximity with the international border. 

According to sources, security has been heightened in and around Gurdaspur, and army patrols have been intensified to maintain a strong vigil along the border. The administration has also asked people to remain alert and report any suspicious activity to the nearest police or military outpost.

Officials have clarified that this is a precautionary and temporary measure aimed at protecting civilian lives and assisting military operations in the event of any unforeseen escalation. While no specific threat has been disclosed, the blackout indicates the seriousness of the situation along India’s western front.