In a significant counter-insurgency operation, security forces successfully recovered and neutralized a powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir. The timely action, based on specific intelligence, is believed to have averted a major security incident in the region.
Operation Launched on Specific Intelligence
Officials revealed that a joint team comprising the Indian Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police initiated a cordon-and-search operation on Wednesday. The operation was launched in the dense, forested area of Kallar in the Thanamandi sector following a credible tip-off about suspicious movements in the belt. The forces immediately moved to seal the area and began a meticulous search.
Discovery and Defusal of the Explosive
During the intensive search in the Behrote Kallar Gali area near Dori Maal, the security personnel made a critical discovery. They found a suspected IED, weighing approximately 3 to 4 kilograms, cleverly concealed inside a steel utensil. The search party also recovered some empty shells from the site, which were promptly seized for further forensic investigation to gather clues about the perpetrators.
Given the high-risk nature of the find, a specialized bomb disposal squad was swiftly summoned to the location. The experts handled the device with extreme caution and carried out a controlled explosion to safely defuse it on the spot, eliminating the immediate threat.
Area Sanitization and Ongoing Vigilance
Following the neutralization of the IED, security forces conducted a thorough combing operation in the surrounding area to rule out the presence of any other hidden threats or suspicious materials. Officials stated that the operation underscores the continued alertness of the forces in the region. The Rajouri-Poonch belt has witnessed heightened military activity in recent months, with security forces maintaining relentless operations against terrorist elements attempting to disrupt peace.
This successful operation highlights the effectiveness of joint efforts and human intelligence in preempting terror plots. It also serves as a reminder of the persistent challenges faced in the region and the constant vigilance required to ensure the safety of civilians and security personnel alike.
