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Army foils infiltration bid in Rajouri, intruders flee after exchange of fire
Army foils infiltration bid in Rajouri, intruders flee after exchange of fire
Security forces foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district on Friday. Alert troops from the Army spotted suspicious movement in the Rumalidhara sector…
Security forces foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district on Friday. Alert troops from the Army spotted suspicious movement in the Rumalidhara sector and challenged the intruders, who opened fire. The soldiers retaliated, forcing the infiltrators to retreat.
Following the exchange of fire, the Army cordoned off the area and launched a large-scale search operation. Additional troops have been deployed, and security has been tightened in the sensitive sector. Teams are combing through forests and likely escape routes to track down any remaining infiltrators.
No arrests have been reported so far. The Army is working to determine the number of intruders involved and whether they were armed. The search operation continues.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Rajouri has seen a spike in infiltration attempts since early 2023, with the Army intercepting several groups before they could cross into the Kashmir Valley. The sector's rugged terrain and dense forest cover make it a preferred route for militants, especially during the summer months when the passes are open. The operation's success will hinge on whether the search teams recover weapons or bodies, which would confirm casualties. The Army is likely to maintain a high alert for the next 72 hours as it sweeps the area.
Search operations in the area will continue until the Army confirms no threat remains.
Source: aajtak.in
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