Army foils infiltration attempt along LoC in Jammu and Kashmir, two terrorists killed

Jammu September 9 2024 : In a significant security operation, the Indian Army successfully thwarted an infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the death of two heavily armed terrorists. The operation, which took place late Sunday night in the Laam sector of Nowshera, highlights the ongoing security challenges in the region. According to military officials, the encounter began when Army troops detected movement in the area, indicating that a group of terrorists was attempting to cross the border illegally. A fierce gunfight ensued, leading to the neutralization of the two terrorists. The Army recovered two AK-47 rifles and a substantial cache of ammunition from the scene, further underscoring the threat posed by these infiltrators.

The operation commenced in the early hours of September 9, following intelligence inputs from both security agencies and police about a potential infiltration attempt in the Laam area. The Jammu-based White Knight Corps of the Indian Army confirmed the successful operation via a statement on social media platform X, noting that “two terrorists have been neutralized, and a large quantity of war-like stores, including two AK-47s and one pistol, has been recovered. The search operation is ongoing.” In the aftermath of the encounter, the Army maintained a heightened state of alert in the area, illuminating it and keeping it under close surveillance throughout the night. As dawn broke, a comprehensive search operation was initiated to ensure that no further threats remained. Officials indicated that the search operation was still active as of the latest reports.

This development comes just days before the highly anticipated three-phase assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, set to begin on September 18. This election cycle is particularly noteworthy, as it marks the first such electoral process since the revocation of Article 370 and the bifurcation of the erstwhile state into two Union territories—Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The upcoming elections have heightened the focus on security measures in the region, as authorities strive to ensure a peaceful electoral process amidst the backdrop of ongoing militancy and infiltration attempts. The Army’s successful operation serves as a reminder of the persistent challenges faced by security forces in maintaining peace and stability in Jammu and Kashmir.