Infiltration Bid Foiled in Jammu and Kashmir
The Border Security Force (BSF) successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Pargwal sector of Jammu and Kashmir, capturing a militant with arms and ammunition.
Details of the Incident
- Infiltrator Detained: Abdul Khaliq from Rajouri district’s Darhal area, associated with Jaish-e-Mohammad.
- Arms Seized: An MP5 rifle, a magazine, 10 bullets, and an empty drum magazine were confiscated.
- Background: Khaliq had previously crossed into Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in 2021.
Enhanced Security Measures
- BSF heightened vigilance and patrolling due to suspicious movements observed days prior.
- The BSF’s Deputy Inspector General, Vikram Kunwar, noted over 70 active terror launch pads in Pakistan's border areas near Jammu.
Security Reviews and Coordination
- General Officer Commanding of White Knight Corps visited Mathiyanigala in Rajouri for security and preparedness assessments.
- Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Reasi district, Paramvir Singh, interacted with Village Defence Groups (VDGs) to evaluate their capabilities and preparedness.
- Emphasis was placed on enhancing firing accuracy, weapon-handling skills, and operational readiness according to SOPs.
