Jammu: Recent months have witnessed a surge in terrorist activities in Jammu, heightening concerns about a resurgence of terrorism in the region. In response, the Indian Army has intensified search operations. On July 23, during one such operation, an encounter with terrorists resulted in the martyrdom of a soldier.
Infiltration Attempt Foiled at Line of Control in Poonch
Early Morning Clash:
- Date: July 23
- Location: Battal sector, near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir.
- Event: At 3 AM, alert soldiers of the ‘White Knight Corps’ detected and thwarted an infiltration attempt by terrorists.
- Outcome: One soldier, Lance Naik Subhash Kumar Chander, was critically injured in the exchange of heavy gunfire and later succumbed to his injuries. The operation is ongoing, and the terrorists are believed to have sustained losses.
Army’s Official Statement:
- The ‘White Knight Corps’ posted on their social media handle, “Alert soldiers foiled the infiltration attempt by giving a befitting reply to the firing of terrorists infiltrating in Battal sector at 3 AM.”
- They added, “A brave soldier was injured during heavy firing. The operation is ongoing.”
Detailed Account of the Encounter
Initial Detection and Response:
- Soldiers detected suspicious movements of a terrorist group in the forward area of Krishnaghati, Battal.
- Upon confrontation, the terrorists were forced to retreat after a fierce gun battle.
- Lance Naik Subhash Kumar Chander was injured during the encounter and later died from his injuries.
Post-Encounter Actions:
- The body of the martyred soldier was handed over to the army after postmortem.
- A comprehensive search operation has been launched in the area to ensure no terrorists remain.
Increased Terrorist Activities in Jammu
Recent Trends:
- There has been a noticeable rise in terrorist activities in Jammu in recent months.
- The Indian Army has successfully foiled several infiltration attempts, indicating persistent threats along the LoC.
Recent Incident:
- On Tuesday morning, based on specific intelligence inputs, alert soldiers effectively fired upon infiltrating terrorists in the Batal sector, preventing their entry.
- Despite the heavy firing, which resulted in the injury and subsequent death of a soldier, the army continued to maintain a vigilant stance.
Official Condolences and Solidarity
Social Media Tribute:
- The Indian Army’s White Knight Corps expressed their condolences on social media. The post read, “All ranks of WhiteKnightCorps salute the supreme sacrifice of brave Lance Naik Subhash Chandra, who sacrificed his life in the line of duty. The White Knight Corps expresses its deepest condolences and stands in solidarity with the bereaved family in this hour of grief.
The Indian Army remains vigilant and proactive in countering the increasing terrorist threats in Jammu. The recent encounter in Poonch underscores the ongoing challenges and the sacrifices made by soldiers like Lance Naik Subhash Kumar Chander. The continued efforts and operations aim to maintain peace and security in the region, ensuring that the resurgence of terrorism is effectively countered.
