Infiltration bid foiled in J-K’s Uri Sector, 2 Pak terrorists killed

In a latest encounter in Jammu and Kashmir, two Pakistani terrorists were gunned down by security forces after an infiltration bid was foiled in the Uri Sector of Baramullah on Sunday.

2 Pakistani terrorists gunned down by security forces in J-K’s Baramullah

Based on specific inputs from Intelligence agencies and Jammu and Kashmir Police, troops were put on high alert and the counter-infiltration grid was strengthened, according to the Army release.

Taking advantage of the bad weather conditions, a group of armed terrorists attempted to infiltrate the LoC.

The group was intercepted by alert troops resulting in a heavy exchange of fire at 3 pm. Intense fire-fight continued till the last light resulting in the elimination of two terrorists. The area was kept under surveillance throughout the night, it added.

Search operation in Uri sector

On October 22, a thorough search of the incident site was conducted leading to the identification of tell-tale signs and recovery of heavy war-like stores including two AK series rifles, six pistols, four Chinese grenades, blankets and two blood-stained bags containing Pakistani and Indian currency notes, Pakistani medicines and eatables, stated the release.

Amid inclement weather conditions, search operation is suspended in the area, which will resume after the weather is optimal.