Srinagar, Apr 6: The thwarted attempt of infiltration in which two terrorists were killed on Friday is seen as a desperate move by Pakistan to fuel unrest in Kashmir ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.
The Army said that intermittent fire was also exchanged from Pakistani forward posts in the vicinity of the Line of Control (LoC) during the counter-infiltration operation.
The successful foiling of the infiltration bid was the result of a joint operation led by the Army, which had received numerous intelligence inputs indicating plans of terrorist groups to infiltrate across the LoC in the Uri sector.
Based on these inputs, the counter-infiltration grid was reviewed and strengthened.
According to the Army’s statement, their ambushes detected a group of terrorists moving towards the LoC in the early hours of Friday.
The security forces tracked their movement and established contact, leading to a heavy exchange of fire.
The operation resulted in the killing of two terrorists and the recovery of two AK rifles, three magazines, four hand grenades, and ammunition, among other war-like stores.
The Army emphasised that this infiltration bid by terrorists highlights Pakistan’s desperation to disrupt peace in Kashmir, especially at a time when Lok Sabha elections are scheduled and the democratic process is underway.
The operation’s success was attributed to the synergy between various security and intelligence agencies committed to ensuring peace and tranquillity in Kashmir.
The Baramulla Lok Sabha constituency, where the incident took place, is slated to go to polls on May 20 in the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections.
It is considered one of the most sensitive constituencies due to its proximity to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), encompassing three districts of Kupwara, Bandipora, and Baramulla, all sharing a border with PoK.
The incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by security forces in the region and the continued efforts of anti-India elements to disrupt peace in Kashmir.