In a significant operation, the Indian Army foiled an infiltration bid in Jammu’s Nowshehra sector, killing two terrorists and recovering a large quantity of war-like stores.
According to a statement by the army’s White Knight Corps, the operation was launched on the intervening night of September 8-9, 2024, based on inputs from intelligence agencies and the Jammu and Kashmir Police.
The army said that the operation was conducted in the general area of Lam, Nowshera, and resulted in the neutralization of two terrorists. A large quantity of war-like stores, including two AK-47 rifles and one pistol, were recovered from the site.
The search operation is still in progress, the army added.
The successful operation is a testament to the army’s vigilance and commitment to preventing infiltration bids in the region. The army has been working closely with intelligence agencies and the Jammu and Kashmir Police to thwart terrorist activities in the state.
The incident comes at a time when the security forces have been on high alert in the region, following a series of terrorist attacks in recent months.
The army’s swift action in foiling the infiltration bid has been praised by locals, who expressed gratitude for the security forces’ efforts in maintaining peace and stability in the region.
Details of the Operation
- Location: General area of Lam, Nowshera, Jammu
- Date: Intervening night of September 8-9, 2024
- Number of terrorists killed: 2
- War-like stores recovered: 2 AK-47 rifles, 1 pistol, and other items
- Search operation: Still in progress
Army’s Statement
“Based on inputs from intelligence agencies and J&K Police regarding a likely infiltration bid, an anti-infiltration operation was launched by Indian Army on the intervening night of 08-09 Sep 24 in general area Lam, Nowshera. Two terrorists have been neutralised and a large quantity of war like stores including Two AK-47s and one Pistol thus far recovered. Search operation is in progress.” – White Knight Corps, Indian Army
