In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, an infiltration bid by terrorists was successfully foiled along the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri Sector of Baramulla district yesterday in a joint operation led by the Indian Army.

According to Defence Spokesperson Srinagar, numerous inputs were earlier received from multiple Intelligence agencies regarding terrorist groups planning and intending to infiltrate across the Line of Control in the Uri Sector. Based on these inputs, the surveillance and counter-infiltration grid was reviewed and strengthened.

The Spokesperson said in the wee hours yesterday, the Indian Army close to the Line of Control spotted a group of terrorists moving towards the Line of Control. He said the forces continuously tracked the hostile movement and established contact resulting in heavy exchange of fire. While the operation was under progress, intermittent fire was also drawn from Pakistan forward posts, in the vicinity of the Line of Control.

The Defence Spokesperson said the operation resulted in the neutralisation of two terrorists and the recovery of Two AK Rifles, Three Magazines, Four Hand Grenades, Ammunition and other war-like stores.

The Official said the infiltration bid by terrorists indicates desperation on the part of Pakistan to fuel unrest in the peaceful Kashmir Valley at a time when general elections have been scheduled and the democratic process is unfolding. He said this operation is a testimony to the synergy between various security and Intelligence agencies who are committed to ensuring peace and tranquillity in Kashmir.