Operation Sindoor | Punjab Today LIVE Updates: Blackouts in several Punjab cities hours after ceasefire announcement

The precautionary blackouts implemented on Saturday evening have now been lifted in Patiala and Ferozepur. However, authorities are advising residents to remain vigilant and avoid stepping out unless it is an emergency.

Barnala Deputy Commissioner and SSP announced a complete blackout in the district from 11:00 PM on 10th May 2025 till 6:00 AM on 11th May, Sunday.

All residents are instructed to keep their house lights turned off. During this period, the electricity supply will be cut off.

Even after the electricity is restored, residents must keep all household lights, solar lights, and CCTV cameras switched off.

Strict compliance with these instructions must be ensured.

There is no need to panic, and as responsible citizens, no one should spread rumours or unverified information.

After the precautionary blackout on Saturday evening, the power supply were restored in Bathinda. However, public is requested to keep the lights turned off as a matter of caution. ACS/Fans can be used.

Hours after the announcement of a ceasefire between India and Pakistan amid escalating tensions for days, Punjab’s border areas including Ferozepur, Barnala, Pathankot, Sangrur and others witnessed blackouts Saturday evening.

The blackouts come in the wake of multiple explosions and sirens being heard in Jammu and Kashmir.  “What the hell just happened to the ceasefire? Explosions heard across Srinagar!!” J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdulllah posted on X, adding that this was “no ceasefire”.

The blackout in Ferozepur started at 8:40 pm, with the district administration conveying that it was a “precautionary measure” and urging citizens to follow safety protocols, adding that there was no need to panic.

Blackout was also implemented in Barnala district starting 9:00 pm, and is supposed to continue till 11:00 pm. The Sangrur and Hoshiarpur authorities also asked citizens to observe blackouts. Read

A precautionary blackout was implemented in SBS Nagar on Saturday night. The District Administration has urged residents to remain indoors and assured that there is no cause for panic.

A blackout is announced in Kapurthala on Saturday.

A precautionary blackout was implemented on Saturday across several districts in Punjab, including Patiala, Sangrur, Barnala, Muktsar, Bathinda, Malerkotla, Hoshiarpur, Amritsar, Pathankot, Ferozepur, Fazilka, and Gurdaspur.

In addition, Ludhiana and Jalandhar switched off street lights and urged residents to follow suit by turning off their lights. The measure was taken as a precautionary step, with authorities closely monitoring the situation.

A blackout has been imposed from 9 PM to 5 AM in Gurdaspur.

A blackout will be implemented in Patiala district for the next two hours, and street lights will remain off.

People are requested to stay inside their homes.

Shri Aditya Uppal, Deputy Commissioner of Pathankot, has issued an appeal to the residents of Pathankot, stating that a blackout has been imposed across the district for the time being.

All residents of Pathankot are requested to stay inside their homes and avoid going out in the open.

There is no need to panic.

A blackout has been imposed with immediate effect in the Sri Muktsar Sahib district on Saturday.

The situation in Mohali is currently stable, with authorities confirming that all preparations are in place to handle any potential threats on Saturday. While there is no immediate danger, the public is advised to remain vigilant and avoid panic. All relevant teams have been placed on high alert, and in the event of any imminent risk, official warnings will be issued to ensure the safety of residents.

In a precautionary move, Malerkotla will undergo a blackout for the next two hours, starting from 9:30 PM to 11:30 PM on Saturday. The District Commissioner of Malerkotla have urged residents not to panic and to refrain from spreading or believing in rumours during this period. For any emergencies, the public can reach out to the Help Desk at 01675-252003.

The Deputy Commissioner of Bathinda has declared a blackout in the district on Saturday evening. There is no major cause for worry, but blackout must be ensured as a matter of abundant caution, says the official.

The Deputy Commissioner of Jalandhar confirmed that street lights in some areas of the city are being turned off as a precautionary measure. However, officials clarified that a blackout has not been declared and that Jalandhar remains unaffected. Residents have been urged to remain calm and assured that the situation is being closely monitored.

Precautionary blackout observed in Bathinda on Saturday.

Precautionary blackout in Fazilka from 9:30 PM onwards on Saturday.

As of now, there is no cause for concern. However, depending on how the situation develops, we may need to issue blackout orders again. All teams are on high alert and fully prepared. Our armed forces, in coordination with the district administration, are closely monitoring the situation to ensure public safety, says DC Ludhiana

The District Administration of Barnala has announced a scheduled blackout in the district from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Saturday. All residents are requested to switch off all types of lights during this period. Citizens are advised not to panic, remain calm, and stay indoors throughout the blackout for safety.

As a precautionary measure, blackout was implemented in Gurdaspur and Pathankot on Saturday night.

A complete blackout has been declared in Sangrur district for the night of May 10 and 11, from 9:10 PM to 11:00 PM. During this time, all residents are instructed to keep household lights switched off, as the power supply will remain shut down. Even after the restoration of electricity, residents must continue to keep household lights, solar lights, CCTV cameras, and similar devices turned off. Strict compliance with these instructions is mandatory. Authorities urge citizens not to panic and to act responsibly by avoiding the spread of rumours or unverified information, issued by the Deputy Commissioner and SSP of Sangrur.

The District Administration of Ferozepur has announced the reimplementation of a district-wide blackout as a precautionary measure. All residents are urged to switch off both indoor and outdoor lights, following the same procedures as in previous instances. Authorities have emphasised that there is no need for panic and have advised the public to strictly follow all safety protocols. Further information will be shared from time to time as required.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday announced on Truth Social that India and Pakistan have agreed to a "full and immediate" ceasefire following US mediated talks. He praised both nations for their use of "common sense and great intelligence" in reaching the agreement. Shortly after, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed the ceasefire, emphasisingg Pakistan's commitment to regional peace without compromising its sovereignty. Further details are expected at a 6 PM briefing by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh on Saturday assured the public that the state has ample stocks of essential items and is fully prepared to handle any emergency due to the rising India-Pakistan tensions. Emergency services are operational across hospitals, and the public is urged not to panic, hoard supplies, or spread rumours.

The government will provide free treatment for disaster-related injuries and train citizens, medical staff, and volunteers in first aid and rescue procedures. District police and emergency teams are also on high alert to ensure public safety.

Panic spread through parts of Jalandhar late Friday night and early Saturday morning after a series of aerial explosions were heard. Residents reported spotting strange objects, believed to be drones and missile-like devices, falling from the sky after being neutralised.

Darshan Singh, a resident of Nahlan village in Jalandhar, was sitting on his tubewell around 8.45 am Saturday when he heard one such explosion.

“A very sharp object suddenly came from the sky and fell with great force. Before I could react, a huge soil storm, which went up to 50-60 feet high, erupted from the ground and a loud bang was heard seconds before this speedy fall. It was terrifying,” Darshan recalled, adding that a 2-foot deep pit could even be at the spot where the object fell in the field. Read more

The Additional District Magistrate of Gurdaspur, Harjinder Singh Bedi, IAS, has issued an order prohibiting civilians from using olive-coloured uniforms, jeeps, and motorcycles in the district. The order has been issued under powers granted by Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.

“In view of the current situation along the India-Pakistan border, this step has been taken to prevent possible misuse by anti-social elements,” said Bedi.

The ban does not apply to military forces, BSF personnel, or other government security agencies whose uniforms are olive in colour.

“There is a possibility that in such conditions, certain individuals may use olive-coloured clothing or vehicles to cause harm,” the Additional District Magistrate stated. “To avoid confusion, the use of olive colour by civilians must stop immediately.”

He added that traders have also been directed not to sell such items to the public. The order is effective from May 10, 2025, and will remain in force until further notice.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann appeals to people not to touch debris of the ammunition landing near them.

A sea of youngsters turned up for the Civil Defence Volunteer program of the Union Territory administration held at the Tagore Theatre in Chandigarh on Saturday.

While the timing to reach the venue was 12.15 pm, thousands of boys and girls arrived at the spot well before 8 am.

The turnout was so huge that thousands of candidates were asked to move to the Tiranga Ground at Sector 17, Chandigarh, for the training.

The training included basic-level cardiopulmonary resuscitation, administration of first aid, transporting an injured person to a safe place, and ways of dousing a fire.

The participants were told that they would be called if required for assistance by the UT Administration.

After a tense Friday night marked by drone sightings at multiple locations in Punjab, residents across several districts woke up to panic Saturday. District administrations in Phagwara, Kapurthala, Barnala, and Ferozepur ordered market closures as precautionary measures, while authorities in Bathinda and Fazilka advised people to remain indoors or take shelter inside shops.

In Ferozepur, red alert sirens were activated in the morning, prompting the administration to instruct residents to stay inside their houses. Similar advisories were issued in Bathinda and Fazilka, too.

Amritsar gets the green signal to resume normal activities. Amritsar DC thanked people for cooperating. “Thanking you for your cooperation, the green signal has been given. We may continue our normal activities,” DC’s statement read.