The country is bathed in the lights of Diwali. But India’s enemies are involved in new conspiracies every moment to terrorize it. This was revealed in the encounter that took place in Akhnoor, Jammu, in which the security forces recovered a huge cache of dry fruits, medicines and weapons from the 3 slain terrorists. They had bought these things before infiltrating India from across the border so that they could ruin India’s happiness.
Looking at the items recovered from the terrorists, it is clear that their plan was to stay in Jammu and Kashmir for a long time and spread terror. But our well-prepared security forces thwarted the nefarious plans of these terrorists. Dangerous weapons like M4, AK-47 and a large number of bombs and bullets have been recovered from the terrorists. Apart from this, solar panel, knife, powerbank with USB cable, bino, Casio digital watch, notepad, shoes, blanket, clothes, cable cutter, screwdriver, pencil, honey and water bottles, backpack/backpack, essential items . Medicines, packets of nuts, etc. have been recovered from them.
Army launches BMP-2 vehicles in Jammu and Kashmir after decades
Security forces deployed BMP combat vehicles to encircle the terrorists in Akhnoor, Jammu. BMP combat vehicles are commonly seen on the battlefield. Terrorists attacked an army ambulance around 7.26 am on Monday morning in Bhattal area of Jammu near LOC, there was no loss of life or property. After the attack, the terrorists fled into the forest, in search of them the security forces carried out a search operation and after a 27-hour encounter they managed to take three terrorists to hell.
Army helicopters carried out reconnaissance from the sky over the terrorists hiding in the forest. Police and paramilitary forces had taken up positions on both sides of the river. Army armored vehicles were trying to approach the terrorists through fields and barns. When the operation began after full deployment amidst forests and bushes, the entire area echoed with explosions. Soldiers of Indian Army’s 32 Field Regiment, 9 Para SF, NSG Commando, Special Operations Group and Jammu and Kashmir Police participated in this major operation.
The terrorists had taken shelter near the Shiva temple in Akhnoor.
The meeting ended after 11 p.m. at 10 a.m. on Tuesday. The body of one terrorist was recovered on Monday and the bodies of two more terrorists were recovered on Tuesday. The military says the terrorists were planning a major attack. This is confirmed by the elements found in them. The terrorists had taken shelter near a Shiva temple in Akhnoor. After the encounter, when the army carried out a search with drones, three terrorists were found dead. Security forces said the terrorists were searching for mobile phones at the Shiv Asan temple adjacent to the forest in Bhattal area. I had to call someone.
Meanwhile, an army ambulance passed by and the terrorists began shooting. The schoolchildren informed the security forces about these terrorists. This is the fifth terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir since October 16 in which 3 security forces personnel have been martyred while 8 non-locals have been killed. Since the removal of Article 370, incidents of targeted killings have increased in Jammu and Kashmir, in which terrorists have especially targeted Kashmiri Pandits, migrant workers and local people working in the government or police department. . It is quite possible that the three terrorists killed in Akhunar were also planning to carry out a similar incident.
What is the specialty of the BMP-2 armored car?
The Indian Army used its BMP-2 armored vehicle against terrorists in Akhnoor. It was manufactured by Soviet Russia. In Russian, the abbreviated form BMP is used for infantry fighting vehicle. It is an infantry fighting vehicle, which in addition to transporting soldiers, is also used on the battlefield. It is equipped with a 30 mm automatic cannon. In addition, a machine gun and, if necessary, anti-tank missiles can also be installed. In addition to its firepower, one of its specialties is that it can move on both land and water. To eliminate the terrorists present on the banks of river Chenab, which flows near Akhnoor, BMP-2 crossed the river and then took action.
This combat vehicle can easily navigate mountainous terrain and unpaved roads, which is why it was used in Akhnoor. In addition to war, it is also used in anti-terrorist operations for protection as armor. This armored vehicle can safely transport a total of 10 soldiers in areas affected by war and terrorism. These 10 soldiers have three crew members: a commander, a second gunner, and a third driver. In addition to these, 7 armed soldiers can travel on board. These combat vehicles are being used in Jammu and Kashmir after many decades.
Army dog Phantom was also martyred in Akhnoor
In early 1990, the Indian Army had used BMP-2 armored vehicles in “Operation Trishul” against terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. In this operation, using BMP-2, security forces attacked the terrorists’ hideouts and destroyed them. Apart from this, the BMP-2 was also used in other operations like ‘Operation Rakshak’, where security forces acted against terrorists. In the Akhnoor encounter, apart from AI and drones, the army also used its Phantom dog, which attacked the terrorists. Phantom was hit by several bullets and was a martyr in this encounter. White Knight Corps wrote in a post on X: ‘As our soldiers approached the terrorists, Phantom took enemy bullets and was seriously injured. Your bravery, loyalty and dedication will never be forgotten.