The Indian Army effectively thwarted an infiltration bid by terrorists in the Battal sector of Jammu and Kashmir, leading to an intense gunfight. The White Knight Corps announced on X (formerly Twitter) that their alert troops engaged the infiltrating terrorists with heavy fire at 3:00 AM. During the ensuing firefight, one brave soldier sustained injuries. Operations are ongoing, as the army continues to maintain a strong presence in the region.
This incident follows a series of terror attacks in the Jammu region. On Monday, terrorists attacked the Village Development Committee (VDC) in Gunda village, Rajouri, triggering a fierce firefight with security personnel. The Army responded swiftly, engaging the attackers and successfully repelling their assault. The White Knight Corps confirmed the attack on X, stating that terrorists targeted the house of a VDC member in Gunda at 3:10 AM. A nearby Army unit immediately intervened, leading to a sustained firefight.
The recent escalation of terror attacks in Jammu has sparked heightened security concerns. Just days prior to the Battal incident, an army convoy was targeted in Kathua, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by terrorist groups. Additionally, encounters in Doda and Udhampur have further underscored the need for heightened vigilance.
On Thursday, Indian Army troops detected suspicious movement near the Line of Control in the Sunderbani area of Rajouri district, prompting them to open fire. In another encounter on Thursday, two Indian Army soldiers were injured in a clash with terrorists in the Kastigarh area of Doda district. This incident followed the tragic loss of four army soldiers, including an officer, who were killed while fighting terrorists in Doda on Tuesday.
On July 15, based on specific intelligence, the Indian Army and J-K Police launched a joint operation north of Doda. They encountered terrorists around 9 pm, leading to a heavy firefight that resulted in the deaths of four soldiers: Captain Brijesh Thapa, Naik D Rajesh, Sepoy Bijendra, and Sepoy Ajay. On July 16, Lt Gen MV Suchindra Kumar, Northern Army Commander, paid tribute to the fallen soldiers, laying a wreath in their honor. Their sacrifice serves as a reminder of the unwavering commitment of the Indian Army to maintaining peace and security in the region.
