Security forces conducted search operations in several villages along the International Border in the Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, following reports of ‘suspicious movement’ in the Bein-Lalachak forward area. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that drones were also deployed for surveillance during the operation, launched as a precautionary measure.

The security forces conducted house-to-house verification in the border belt following reports of “suspicious movement” along the International Border (IB). The operation is underway and many forward villages, including Manguchek, Sadechek, Regal and Chahwal, have been searched. Details are awaited.